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The posterior atlantoaxial ligament is a broad, thin membrane attached, above, to the lower border of the posterior arch of the atlas; below, to the upper edges of the laminæ of the axis.<br>It is a continuation of the [[Ligamentum | The posterior atlantoaxial ligament is a broad, thin membrane attached, above, to the lower border of the posterior arch of the atlas; below, to the upper edges of the laminæ of the axis.<br>It is a continuation of the [[Ligamentum flavum]], and is in relation, behind, with the Obliqus capitis inferior. | ||
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Description[edit | edit source]
The posterior atlantoaxial ligament is a broad, thin membrane attached, above, to the lower border of the posterior arch of the atlas; below, to the upper edges of the laminæ of the axis.
It is a continuation of the Ligamentum flavum, and is in relation, behind, with the Obliqus capitis inferior.
