Septal process

Processus septalis

  • Related terms: Septal process of nasal bone

Definition

Andréa Lopes da Costa

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.

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