transverse process of vertebra

diapophyses

The transverse or costal processes of a vertebra, two in number, project one at either side from the point where the lamina joins the pedicle, between the superior and inferior articular processes. They serve for the attachment of muscles and ligaments. [WP,unvetted].

Tipo Bone
Estructura principal process of vertebra
Nombre latino diapophyses
FMA ID 11949

Subestructuras

parapophysis Bone transverse process of lumbar vertebra Bone transverse process of caudal vertebra Bone transverse process of atlas Bone transverse process of cervical vertebra Bone

Preguntas frecuentes

What is the transverse process of vertebra?
The transverse or costal processes of a vertebra, two in number, project one at either side from the point where the lamina joins the pedicle, between the superior and inferior articular processes. They serve for the attachment of muscles and ligaments. [WP,unvetted].
What is the Latin name for the transverse process of vertebra?
The Latin name for the transverse process of vertebra is diapophyses.

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