Base of middle phalanx
Basis phalangis mediae
Definition
The base of the middle phalanx in animals is the proximal end of the middle phalanx bone, which articulates with the head of the proximal phalanx to form the proximal interphalangeal joint.
This region typically features an articular surface that allows for joint movement and may have anatomical landmarks for tendon attachment, such as fossae or ridges, depending on species and digit function.
References
Text by Antoine Micheau, MD - Copyright IMAIOS Veterinary Anatomy of Domestic Mammals: Textbook and Colour Atlas, Sixth Edition - Horst Erich König, Hans-Georg Liebich - Schattauer - ISBN-13: 978-3794528332