posterior tubercle of transverse process of cervical vertebra

posterior costal tubercle of transverse process of cervical vertebra

The posterior arch of a cervical vertebra forms about two-fifths of the circumference of the ring: it ends behind in the posterior tubercle, which is the rudiment of a spinous process and gives origin to the Recti capitis posteriores minores. The diminutive size of this process prevents any interference with the movements between the atlas and the skull.

Type Bone
Parent Structure tubercle
Latin Name posterior costal tubercle of transverse process of cervical vertebra
FMA ID 24128

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What is the posterior tubercle of transverse process of cervical vertebra?
The posterior arch of a cervical vertebra forms about two-fifths of the circumference of the ring: it ends behind in the posterior tubercle, which is the rudiment of a spinous process and gives origin to the Recti capitis posteriores minores. The diminutive size of this process prevents any interfer
What is the Latin name for the posterior tubercle of transverse process of cervical vertebra?
The Latin name for the posterior tubercle of transverse process of cervical vertebra is posterior costal tubercle of transverse process of cervical vertebra.

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