Deiters, Otto F.C.

Deiters, Otto F.C.

(di'terz)

[Otto F. C. Deiters, Ger. anatomist, 1834–1863]

Nineteenth century German anatomist/histologist.

Deiters cell

A supporting cell for the sensory-motor outer hair cells of the organ of Corti in the cochlea.

Deiters nucleus

Lateral vestibular nucleus.

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