The iliac region is a lateral region of the abdomen, contrasting with other central or superior/inferior regions.
Lateral region of the abdomen: The iliac region is considered a lateral region of the abdomen as it is located to the sides of the abdominal cavity, specifically the lower lateral regions. In contrast, the hypogastric region, umbilical region, and epigastric region are not lateral but rather central or superior/inferior.
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