Atlas and Axis Vertebrae
Description
Anatomical diagram showing the structures of the atlas (C1) and axis (C2) cervical vertebrae.
Original diagram by medicats_.
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Anterior arch
Anterior tubercle of the atlas
Articular facet for dens
Bifid spinous process
Body
Dens of the axis
Lateral mass
Posterior arch of the atlas
Posterior articular facet of the dens
Posterior tubercle
Superior articular facet (atlas)
Superior articular facet (occipital)
Transverse foramen
Transverse process