Uncinate process
Processus uncinatus
Definition
The uncinate process (Processus uncinatus) is the rostrodorsolateral end of the orbital plate of the ethmoid bone. Detached form the nasal wall, it partially closes the entrance to the maxillar recess in carnivores.
References
Constantinescu GM, Schaller O. Illustrated veterinary anatomical nomenclature, 3rd Edition, Enke Verlag, Stuttgart, 2012.
Evans HE, de Lahunta A. Miller’s anatomy of the dog, 4th edition, Elsevier Saunders, St Louis, 2012.
