Umbo membranae tympani

Umbo membranae tympani

Definition

The umbo membranae tympani is the apex of the tympanic membrane, projecting into the tympanic cavity caused by the distal end of the handle of malleus.

References

'Illustrated Veterinary Anatomical Nomenclature' - 3rd revised edition - Gheorghe M. Constantinescu, Oskar Schaller - Enke

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