lateral pterygoid muscle
external pterygoid muscle
Pharyngeal arch 1 muscle that participates in oral/pharyngeal behaviors, is innervated by the lateral pterygoid nerve branches, and attaches to the condylar process of the mandible and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) capsule, and the cranial base.
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| 类型 | Muscle |
| 上级结构 | pterygoid muscle |
| 拉丁名称 | external pterygoid muscle |
| FMA ID | 49015 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the lateral pterygoid muscle?
Pharyngeal arch 1 muscle that participates in oral/pharyngeal behaviors, is innervated by the lateral pterygoid nerve branches, and attaches to the condylar process of the mandible and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) capsule, and the cranial base.
What is the Latin name for the lateral pterygoid muscle?
The Latin name for the lateral pterygoid muscle is external pterygoid muscle.
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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.
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