piriform aperture
apertura piriformis
A pear-shaped bony inlet comprising the most anterior and narrowest bony portion of the nasal airway.
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| Type | Organ |
| Système corporel | Respiratoire |
| Structure parente | orifice |
| Nom latin | apertura piriformis |
| FMA ID | 53137 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the piriform aperture?
A pear-shaped bony inlet comprising the most anterior and narrowest bony portion of the nasal airway.
What body system is the piriform aperture part of?
The piriform aperture is part of the Respiratoire.
What is the Latin name for the piriform aperture?
The Latin name for the piriform aperture is apertura piriformis.
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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.
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