3.65 summating potentials. Positive and negative changes in the direct current polarization of the cochlea in response to a sound stimulus. Unit, volt...
3.64 stria vascularis. Vascularized epithelial structure that covers the spiral ligament within the scala media. The stria vascularis is thought to be the source of the endolymph and endolymphatic potential....
3.63 stapes; stirrup. Innermost and smallest of the three auditory ossicles that are located in the middle ear. The shape of the stapes resembles a stirrup. The head of the stapes is attached to the lenticular process of the incus. The footplate of the...
3.63 stapes; stirrup. Innermost and smallest of the three auditory ossicles that are located in the middle ear. The shape of the stapes resembles a stirrup. The head of the stapes is attached to the lenticular process of the incus. The footplate of the...
3.62 stapedius reflex. See...
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