Longitudinal Ligaments
| Definition: |
Two extensive fibrous bands running the length of the vertebral column. The anterior longitudinal ligament (ligamentum longitudinale anterius; lacertus medius) interconnects the anterior surfaces of the vertebral bodies; the posterior longitudinal ligament (ligamentum longitudinale posterius) interconnects the posterior surfaces. The commonest clinical consideration is OSSIFICATION OF POSTERIOR LONGITUDINAL LIGAMENT. (From Stedman, 25th ed) |
| Notes: |
spinal ligaments; LIGAMENTUM FLAVUM, a vertebral ligament, is also available |
| Also Called: |
Anterior Longitudinal Ligament,Posterior Longitudinal Ligament |
| Previously Indexed: |
Ligaments (1967-1993),Ligaments, Articular (1968-1993) |
Longitudinal Ligaments Definitions and Terms
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