epaxial musculature

epaxial muscle

Musculature that is derived from the epaxial myotome region, ventral to the horizontal septum of the vertebrae. Epaxial muscles include other (dorsal) muscles associated with the vertebrae, ribs, and base of the skull.

Type Bone
Body System Digestive
Parent Structure mesoderm-derived structure
Latin Name epaxial muscle

Sub-structures

M. dorsalis trunci Bone

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the epaxial musculature?
Musculature that is derived from the epaxial myotome region, ventral to the horizontal septum of the vertebrae. Epaxial muscles include other (dorsal) muscles associated with the vertebrae, ribs, and base of the skull.
What body system is the epaxial musculature part of?
The epaxial musculature is part of the Digestive.
What is the Latin name for the epaxial musculature?
The Latin name for the epaxial musculature is epaxial muscle.

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