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apex of orbit

a·pex of orbit

the posterior part of the orbit into which the optic canal opens; forms the tip of the pyramidal space.

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a·pex of or·bit

(āpeks ōrbit)

Posterior part of orbit into which optic canal opens; forms tip of pyramidal space.

Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012

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References in periodicals archive

For this, remains of lesser wing of sphenoid were removed leaving a wide margin of bone around optic canal, apex of orbit and common tendinous ring.

Modified dual approach for the prosection of human orbit to procure the orbital contents

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