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atlanto-axial joint

articulatio atlantoaxialis

The Atlanto-axial joint is of a complicated nature, comprising no fewer than four distinct joints. There is a pivot articulation between the odontoid process of the axis and the ring formed by the anterior arch and the transverse ligament of the atlas.

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Type Ligament
Parent Structure skeletal joint
Latin Name articulatio atlantoaxialis
FMA ID 25524

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the atlanto-axial joint?

The Atlanto-axial joint is of a complicated nature, comprising no fewer than four distinct joints. There is a pivot articulation between the odontoid process of the axis and the ring formed by the anterior arch and the transverse ligament of the atlas.

What is the Latin name for the atlanto-axial joint?

The Latin name for the atlanto-axial joint is articulatio atlantoaxialis.

References

  1. Foundational Model of Anatomy — FMA:25524 Reference anatomy ontology (University of Washington)
  2. UBERON — UBERON:0003694 Cross-species anatomy ontology (EMBL-EBI Ontology Lookup Service)
  3. Wikidata — Q2865747 Structured knowledge base cross-reference
  4. Wikipedia — atlanto-axial joint Encyclopedia article (verified cross-reference)

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.