NCIt related terms : Malleus structure (body structure);
NCIt definition : A hammer-shaped bone, part of three interconnected small bones located in the middle
ear. It is attached to the inner surface of the tympanic membrane and its function
is to transmit sound vibrations.;
Alternative definition : CDISC: A hammer-shaped bone, part of three interconnected small bones located in the
middle ear. It is attached to the inner surface of the tympanic membrane and its function
is to transmit sound vibrations. (NCI);