Corpus: Inferior nuchal line
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Synonyms: linea nuchae inferior ossis occipitalis, linea nuchalis inferior, inferior nuchal line
English:
Definition[Bearbeiten]
The linea nuchae inferior is the bony ridge on the outside of the occipital bone that lies furthest caudally.
Anatomy[Bearbeiten]
The linea nuchae inferior marks the upper end of the insertion of the following muscles:
- Musculus obliquus capitis superior
- Musculus rectus capitis posterior major
- Musculus rectus capitis posterior minor