stria vascularis of cochlear duct

psalterial cord

The upper portion of the spiral ligament contains numerous capillary loops and small blood vessels, and is termed the stria vascularis. It produces endolymph for the scala media, one of the three fluid-filled compartments of the cochlea. [WP,unvetted].

Type Vessel
Parent Structure organ part
Latin Name psalterial cord
FMA ID 77832

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the stria vascularis of cochlear duct?
The upper portion of the spiral ligament contains numerous capillary loops and small blood vessels, and is termed the stria vascularis. It produces endolymph for the scala media, one of the three fluid-filled compartments of the cochlea. [WP,unvetted].
What is the Latin name for the stria vascularis of cochlear duct?
The Latin name for the stria vascularis of cochlear duct is psalterial cord.

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