metapterygoid

metapterygoids

Endochondral bone that forms the posteriormost element of the palatal complex. It overlies the quadrate and symplectic, posteriorly it articulates with the hyomandibula and anteriorly with the entopterygoid and ectopterygoid. It curves dorsally to form the posteroventral surface of the orbit. The metapterygoid is paired.

Type Bone
Parent Structure endochondral bone
Latin Name metapterygoids

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the metapterygoid?
Endochondral bone that forms the posteriormost element of the palatal complex. It overlies the quadrate and symplectic, posteriorly it articulates with the hyomandibula and anteriorly with the entopterygoid and ectopterygoid. It curves dorsally to form the posteroventral surface of the orbit. The me
What is the Latin name for the metapterygoid?
The Latin name for the metapterygoid is metapterygoids.

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