Antitragus

Antitragus

Definition

Marjorie Champarou

The antitragus is the part of the auricle that forms the rostrolateral wall of the cavum conchae; it is supported by a part of the auricular cartilage that is separated from the antitragic border by a more or less distinct notch.

References

  • Constantinescu GM, Schaller O. Illustrated veterinary anatomical nomenclature. 3rd Edition. Enke Verlag, Stuttgart, 2012.

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