Term Name: | appendix epididymis |
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Synonyms: | appendix epididymidis, appendix epididymis, appendix of the epididymis |
Definition: | On the head of the epididymis is a small stalked appendage (sometimes duplicated). It is named the appendix of the epididymis (or pedunculated hydatid), and is usually regarded as a detached efferent duct. This structure is derived from the Wolffian duct as opposed to the appendix testis which is derived from the mullerian duct remnant. |
Ontology: | Uberon Ontology [UBERON:0006641] |