Atlanto-axial joint
System
Musculoskeletal
SNOMED CT
361832004
Atlanto-axial joint
Definition
The Atlanto-axial joint is of a complicated nature, comprising no fewer than four distinct joints. There is a pivot articulation between the odontoid process of the axis and the ring formed by the anterior arch and the transverse ligament of the atlas.
Also known as atlanto axial joint, atlantoaxial joint — per UBERON
The Atlanto-axial joint is a part of the Musculoskeletal.