trabecula cranii
trabeculae cranii
Paired thin medially aligned bar of cartilage that extends from the anterior end of the chondrocranium to just anterior to the anterior end of the notochord. The posterior ends of the trabeculae cranii are continuous with the parachordal cartilages, and they enclose the hypophyseal fenestra.
| Type | Organ |
| Parent Structure | cartilage element of chondrocranium |
| Latin Name | trabeculae cranii |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the trabecula cranii?
Paired thin medially aligned bar of cartilage that extends from the anterior end of the chondrocranium to just anterior to the anterior end of the notochord. The posterior ends of the trabeculae cranii are continuous with the parachordal cartilages, and they enclose the hypophyseal fenestra.
What is the Latin name for the trabecula cranii?
The Latin name for the trabecula cranii is trabeculae cranii.
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