Paracondylar process

Processus paracondylaris

  • Related terms: Paracondylar process (Jugular process)

Definition

Andréa Lopes da Costa

The paracondylar process is the name given to the jugular process when it forms an apophysis that serves as a muscle insertion.

According to some authors, such as Barone, it sometimes corresponds only to the apex of the jugular process.

References

  • Barone R. Anatomie comparée des mammifères domestiques, Tome 1, Ostéologie, 5th edition, Vigot, Paris, 2017.

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

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