pterygoid plexus

middle meningeal vein

The pterygoid plexus is a venous plexus of considerable size, and is situated between the temporalis muscle and lateral pterygoid muscle, and partly between the two pterygoid muscles.

Type Muscle
Latin Name middle meningeal vein
FMA ID 50944

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the pterygoid plexus?
The pterygoid plexus is a venous plexus of considerable size, and is situated between the temporalis muscle and lateral pterygoid muscle, and partly between the two pterygoid muscles.
What is the Latin name for the pterygoid plexus?
The Latin name for the pterygoid plexus is middle meningeal vein.

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