Thyroid foramen

Also found in: Medical, Encyclopedia.
the obturator foramen.

See also: Thyroid

Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary, published 1913 by G. & C. Merriam Co.
Mentioned in
References in periodicals archive
The thyroid foramen (TF) is an opening located in one or both posterosuperior parts of the lamina of the thyroid cartilage and below the superior tubercle.
Anatomical and Clinical Relevance of the Thyroid Foramen
The oblique line of the thyroid lamina acts as the best topographical landmark to identify any aberrant anatomy related to a thyroid foramen. (7)
Foramen in the shield: foramen thyroideum
A thyroid foramen is a congenital linear opening located in the lamina of the posterosuperior portion of the thyroid cartilage.
Online exclusives
Copyright © 2003-2025 Farlex, Inc Disclaimer
All content on this website, including dictionary, thesaurus, literature, geography, and other reference data is for informational purposes only. This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional.