Description
The auditory ossicles (i.e., the incus, malleus, and stapes) are connected to the tympanic walls by numerous ligaments. These ligaments either act as attachments to the tympanic walls with central bands of strong collagen fibers, or as conduits for blood vessels and nerves.
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Auditory Ossicles: Location & Function, Explained
Learn the auditory ossicles location and function, the malleus, incus, and stapes that transmit sound, with labeled diagrams for anatomy exam review.
