base of stapes


base of sta·pes

[TA] the flat portion of the stapes to which the limbs attach that fits in the oval window. Synonym(s): basis stapedis [TA], footplate1, foot-plate ☆

base of sta·pes

(bās stā'pēz) The flat portion of the stapes that fits in the oval window.
Synonym(s): basis stapedis [TA] , foot-plate.