Minor alar cartilage

Definition

The part which forms the lateral wall is curved to correspond with the ala of the nose; it is oval and flattened, narrow behind, where it is connected with the frontal process of the maxilla by a tough fibrous membrane, in which are found three or four small cartilaginous plates, the lesser alar cartilages.

Also known as lesser alar cartilage — per UBERON

The Minor alar cartilage is a part of the Musculoskeletal.

Also identified as

• SCTID 368118006 per UBERON