diaphragma sellae
sellar diaphragm
The diaphragma sellae or sellar diaphragm is the circular fold of dura mater that almost completely roofs the fossa hypophyseos in the sphenoid bone of the skull. It retains the pituitary gland in the fossa hypophyseos, with only the infundibulum of the pituitary gland passing through it.
| Type | Bone |
| Parent Structure | zone of organ |
| Latin Name | sellar diaphragm |
| FMA ID | 78540 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the diaphragma sellae?
The diaphragma sellae or sellar diaphragm is the circular fold of dura mater that almost completely roofs the fossa hypophyseos in the sphenoid bone of the skull. It retains the pituitary gland in the fossa hypophyseos, with only the infundibulum of the pituitary gland passing through it.
What is the Latin name for the diaphragma sellae?
The Latin name for the diaphragma sellae is sellar diaphragm.
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