Septal process
Processus septalis
- Related terms: Septal process of nasal bone
Definition
The septal process of the nasal bone is a longitudinal crest located on the medial part of this bone.
It provides attachment for the cartilaginous part of the nasal septum.
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.