palpebral fissure
rima palpebrarum
Orifice separating upper and lower eyelids. In the human adult this measures about 10mm vertically and 30 mm horizontally. It can be reduced in size in fetal alcohol syndrome. In Trisomy 9 the palpebral fissures can be upslanting. [WP,modified].
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| Тип | Organ |
| Латинское название | rima palpebrarum |
| FMA ID | 59110 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the palpebral fissure?
Orifice separating upper and lower eyelids. In the human adult this measures about 10mm vertically and 30 mm horizontally. It can be reduced in size in fetal alcohol syndrome. In Trisomy 9 the palpebral fissures can be upslanting. [WP,modified].
What is the Latin name for the palpebral fissure?
The Latin name for the palpebral fissure is rima palpebrarum.
References
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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.
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