transverse muscle of tongue

intrinsic tongue muscle transverse component

A muscle of the tongue that consists of fibers which arise from the median fibrous septum and pass lateralward to be inserted into the submucous fibrous tissue at the sides of the tongue.

Type Muscle
Latin Name intrinsic tongue muscle transverse component
FMA ID 46695

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the transverse muscle of tongue?
A muscle of the tongue that consists of fibers which arise from the median fibrous septum and pass lateralward to be inserted into the submucous fibrous tissue at the sides of the tongue.
What is the Latin name for the transverse muscle of tongue?
The Latin name for the transverse muscle of tongue is intrinsic tongue muscle transverse component.

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