Head of Malleus, Articular Facet Anatomy in 3D

The posterior surface of the malleus head that joins the incus. Surgeons must carefully preserve the mobility of this facet during middle ear reconstructive surgery to ensure effective sound conduction.

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Malleus Head of Malleus Head of Fibula (Articular Facet) Head of Stapes, Articular Facet Articular Facet of Head of Radius Head of Rib (Articular Facets) Head of Ulna (Articular Circumference) Articular Circumference of Head of Radius