Uncinate process of ethmoid bone
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An uncinate process is a hook shaped process on the lateral borders of the superior surface of the bodies of C3-C6 (T1). This process prevents posterior linear movement (translation) of the vertebral bodies and limits lateral flexion.
It also refers to a portion of the Ethmoid bone.
External links
- Anatomy figure: 33:01-02 at Human Anatomy Online, SUNY Downstate Medical Center (Ethmoid)