Limbus of sphenoid

Limbus sphenoideus

  • Latin synonym: Limbus sphenoidalis

Definition

The limbus of sphenoid is a variably prominent ridge on the body of the sphenoid (bone) forming the posterior border of the jugum sphenoidale and the anterior border of the prechiasmatic sulcus.

References

Text by Antoine Micheau, MD - Copyright IMAIOS

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