sphenoid bone pterygoid process
processus pterygoideus
The process projecting downward from either side of the sphenoid bone, in vertebrates divided into two plates, an inner and an outer (sometimes called the lateral and medial); the posterior nares pass through the space, called the pterygoid fossa, between the processes.
| Type | Bone |
| Parent Structure | lateral structure |
| Latin Name | processus pterygoideus |
| FMA ID | 54682 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sphenoid bone pterygoid process?
The process projecting downward from either side of the sphenoid bone, in vertebrates divided into two plates, an inner and an outer (sometimes called the lateral and medial); the posterior nares pass through the space, called the pterygoid fossa, between the processes.
What is the Latin name for the sphenoid bone pterygoid process?
The Latin name for the sphenoid bone pterygoid process is processus pterygoideus.
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