incudostapedial joint

articulatio incudostapedialis

The small synovial joint connecting the inclus and the stapes, located between the lenticular process on the long crus of the incus and the head of the stapes.

Type Joint
Parent Structure joint of auditory ossicle
Latin Name articulatio incudostapedialis
FMA ID 60065

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the incudostapedial joint?
The small synovial joint connecting the inclus and the stapes, located between the lenticular process on the long crus of the incus and the head of the stapes.
What is the Latin name for the incudostapedial joint?
The Latin name for the incudostapedial joint is articulatio incudostapedialis.

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