frontonasal prominence

embryonic frontonasal prominence

The unpaired embryonic prominence that is formed by the tissues surrounding the forebrain vesicle and develops into the forehead and bridge of the nose/snout.

Type Organ
Parent Structure embryonic nasal process
Latin Name embryonic frontonasal prominence
FMA ID 293101

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the frontonasal prominence?
The unpaired embryonic prominence that is formed by the tissues surrounding the forebrain vesicle and develops into the forehead and bridge of the nose/snout.
What is the Latin name for the frontonasal prominence?
The Latin name for the frontonasal prominence is embryonic frontonasal prominence.

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