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transverse process of vertebra

Term ID
UBERON:0001077
Synonyms
  • diapophyses
  • diapophysis
  • processus transversus
  • processus transversus vertebrae
  • transverse process
  • vertebra transverse process
Definition
The transverse or costal processes of a vertebra, two in number, project one at either side from the point where the lamina joins the pedicle, between the superior and inferior articular processes. They serve for the attachment of muscles and ligaments. [WP,unvetted]. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transverse_process
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