m. ypsiloideus anterior

Hypaxial muscle in which contraction elevates the ypsiloid cartilage; originates from the anterior edge of the lateral process of the ypsiloid cartilage and insert on the anteriorly adjacent inscription.

Type Muscle
Parent Structure hypaxial musculature

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What is the m. ypsiloideus anterior?
Hypaxial muscle in which contraction elevates the ypsiloid cartilage; originates from the anterior edge of the lateral process of the ypsiloid cartilage and insert on the anteriorly adjacent inscription.

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