Term Name: | capsule of temporomandibular joint |
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Synonyms: | capsula articularis articulationis temporomandibularis |
Definition: | The articular capsule (capsular ligament) is a thin, loose envelope, attached above to the circumference of the mandibular fossa and the articular tubercle immediately in front; below, to the neck of the condyle of the mandible. |
Ontology: | Uberon Ontology [UBERON:0011318] |