Superior wall of the maxillary sinus
Paries superior sinus maxillaris
- Latin synonym: Paries orbitalis sinus maxillaris
- Synonym: Orbital wall of the maxillary sinus
Definition
The superior wall of the maxillary sinus (Roof of the maxillary sinus; Orbital wall of the maxillary sinus) is formed by floor of the orbit. It is traversed by infraorbital nerves and vessels.
Note: this structure is not included in the Terminologia Anatomica.
References
Text by Antoine Micheau, MD - Copyright IMAIOS
