Term Name:	otic capsule
Synonyms:	auditory capsule, otic capsule, otic capsule element, otic capsule endochondral element, otic capsule skeletal element, otic region, periotic, periotic capsule
Definition:	The capsule surrounding the inner ear mechanism.
Ontology:	Uberon Ontology [UBERON:0004637]

Relationships

is part of:	internal ear otic region
has parts:	hyoid articular area metotic fissure opisthotic
is a type of:	ectoderm-derived structure endochondral element structure with developmental contribution from neural crest
has subtype:	bony otic capsule cartilaginous otic capsule otic capsule pre-cartilage condensation