Rectus capitis lateralis muscle

System Muscular
SNOMED CT 244841001

Rectus capitis lateralis muscle

Definition

A muscle that arises from the upper surface of the transverse process of the atlas and inserts into the under surface of the jugular process of the occipital bone.

Also known as lateral rectus capitis, musculus rectus capitis lateralis, rectus capitis lateralis, rectus capitus lateralis, rectus capitus lateralis muscle — per UBERON

The Rectus capitis lateralis muscle is a part of the Muscular.

Also identified as