fenestra

fenestrae

An opening in the skull or other bones[WP].

Type	Bone
Body System	Skeletal
Parent Structure	anatomical cavity
Latin Name	fenestrae

Sub-structures

antorbital fenestra Organ astragalo-calcaneal canal Organ braincase and otic capsule opening Organ maxillary fenestra Organ premaxillary fenestra Organ temporal fenestra Bone ventromedial opening of posttemporal fossa Organ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fenestra?

An opening in the skull or other bones[WP].

What body system is the fenestra part of?

The fenestra is part of the Skeletal.

What is the Latin name for the fenestra?

The Latin name for the fenestra is fenestrae.

Related Structures

articular surface articular system joint system articulation joint Atlas (C1) Atlas attachment site axial skeleton plus cranial skeleton skeleton axiale Axis (C2) Axis bone collagen fibril

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