Paracondylar process

Processus paracondylaris

  • Related terms: Paracondylar process (Jugular process)

Definition

In man and domestic mammals, the jugular process projects laterally and ventraly form the base of the condyle occipital, forming an apophysis for muscular attachment. The jugular process is then called "paracondylar process" .

Note that for some other authors like Barone, the paracondylar process simply corresponds to the apex of the jugular process.

References

Text by Antoine Micheau, MD - Copyright IMAIOS

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