Stapes base

System Sensory (Ear)
SNOMED CT 279685009

Stapes base

Definition

The flat portion of the stirrup of the ear that fits in the oval window between the middle and inner ear.

Also known as base of stapes, basis stapedis, stapes footpiece, stapes footplate — per UBERON

The Stapes base is a part of the Sensory (Ear).

Also identified as