Bony external acoustic opening
Porus acusticus externus cranii
- Latin synonym: Porus acusticus externus osseus
- Synonym: Bony external auditory opening
- Related terms: External acoustic opening
Definition
The external acoustic meatus extends to the bony external acoustic opening on its outer side. The edges of this bony opening are uneven and merge seamlessly with the cartilaginous section of the meatus.
References
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Text written by Muhammad A. Javaid, MD, PhD © 2024 IMAIOS.
Standring, S. and Gray, H. (2016). ‘Chapter 37: External and middle ear’ in Gray’s anatomy The anatomical Basis of Clinical Practice. (41st ed.) New York: Elsevier, pp. 626.ts
