foramen secundum

foramen secundum

The foramen secundum is an opening in the septum primum, a precursor to the interatrial septum of the human heart. It is formed at a later developmental stage than the foramen primum. Its location is also different relative to the site of the foramen primum in the septum primum.

Type Organ
Parent Structure anatomical conduit
Latin Name foramen secundum
FMA ID 71105

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the foramen secundum?
The foramen secundum is an opening in the septum primum, a precursor to the interatrial septum of the human heart. It is formed at a later developmental stage than the foramen primum. Its location is also different relative to the site of the foramen primum in the septum primum.
What is the Latin name for the foramen secundum?
The Latin name for the foramen secundum is foramen secundum.

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