What Is Another Term for Hamular Notch?

pterygomaxillary notch. The notch or fissure between the tuberosity of the maxilla and the hamulus of the pterygoid process of the sphenoid bone. Synonym: hamular notch.

What is a hamular notch?

a groove or notch at the base of the pterygoid hamulus that forms a pulley for the tendon of the tensor veli palatini muscle.

What is hamular?

adj. Hook-shaped; unciform.

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