Preferred Label : metapterygoid;
Uberon definition : Endochondral bone that forms the posteriormost element of the palatal complex. It
overlies the quadrate and symplectic, posteriorly it articulates with the hyomandibula
and anteriorly with the entopterygoid and ectopterygoid. It curves dorsally to form
the posteroventral surface of the orbit. The metapterygoid is paired.;
Uberon synonym : metapterygoids;
Origin ID : 2000240;
develops from
- overlaps
- part of
Endochondral bone that forms the posteriormost element of the palatal complex. It
overlies the quadrate and symplectic, posteriorly it articulates with the hyomandibula
and anteriorly with the entopterygoid and ectopterygoid. It curves dorsally to form
the posteroventral surface of the orbit. The metapterygoid is paired.
