Body of maxilla
Corpus maxillae
Definition
The body of maxilla is the main, large part of the maxilla, located between its various extensions, such as the palatine process.
It is thick and has a central cavity containing the maxillary sinus.
Variation :
In carnivores, this cavity is absent.
References
Barone R. Anatomie comparée des mammifères domestiques, Tome 1, Ostéologie, 5th edition, Vigot, Paris, 2017.
König HE, Lieibich HG. Veterinary Anatomy of Domestic mammals, 6th edition, Schattauer, Stuttgart, 2014.
Constantinescu GM, Schaller O. Illustrated veterinary anatomical nomenclature, 3rd Edition, Enke Verlag, Stuttgart, 2012.
