Pars tuberalis of hypophysis
Pars tuberalis hypophysis
- Related terms: Pars tuberalis
Definition
The anterior pituitary is divided into anatomical regions known as the pars tuberalis, pars intermedia, and pars distalis. It develops from a depression in the dorsal wall of the pharynx (stomal part) known as Rathke's pouch. The pars intermedia is also considered as a separate intermediate lobe.
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