pterosphenoid

alisphenoid

Endochondral bone that sutures with the orbitosphenoid anteriorly, the frontal bone dorsally and the sphenotic and prootic posteriorly. The pterosphenoid forms part of the orbitosphenoid region. The pterosphenoid bears foramina that accommodate branches of the trigeminal and facial nerves. The pterosphenoid is a paired bone.

Type Bone
Parent Structure endochondral bone
Latin Name alisphenoid

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the pterosphenoid?
Endochondral bone that sutures with the orbitosphenoid anteriorly, the frontal bone dorsally and the sphenotic and prootic posteriorly. The pterosphenoid forms part of the orbitosphenoid region. The pterosphenoid bears foramina that accommodate branches of the trigeminal and facial nerves. The ptero
What is the Latin name for the pterosphenoid?
The Latin name for the pterosphenoid is alisphenoid.

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