fossa incudis


fos·sa of in·cus

[TA] a small depression in the lower and posterior part of the epitympanic recess that lodges the short limb of the incus. Synonym(s): fossa incudis [TA], incudal fossa

fossa incudis

In the tympanic cavity of the middle ear, a small depression inside the epitympanic recess, in which the short process of the incus fits and is attached by tiny ligaments. See also: fossa