Accessory process

Processus accessorius

Definition

The accessory processes are located between the transverse and the caudal articular processes of the last thoracic vertebrae (carnivores and pigs) and the lumbar vertebrae (carnivores).

References

Veterinary Anatomy of Domestic Mammals: Textbook and Colour Atlas, Sixth Edition - Horst Erich König, Hans-Georg Liebich - Schattauer - ISBN-13: 978-3794528332

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