1. The part of a limb or anatomical structure that is closest to the point of attachment or the center of the body
The proximal region of the humerus includes the head and neck of the bone.
A região proximal do úmero inclui a cabeça e o colo do osso.
2. In anatomy, the area nearer to the trunk or point of origin compared to distal regions
The proximal region of the femur articulates with the hip joint.
A região proximal do fêmur articula-se com a articulação do quadril.