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utricle

/ˈjuː.trɪ.kəl/

Traduction: Petit sac anatomique, en particulier la partie de l'oreille interne où s'ouvrent les canaux semi-circulaires, participant au maintien de l'équilibre.

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/ˈjuː.trɪ.kəl/C2formalmedical
  • frPetit sac anatomique, en particulier la partie de l'oreille interne où s'ouvrent les canaux semi-circulaires, participant au maintien de l'équilibre.

A small anatomical pouch or sac, specifically the part of the inner ear into which the semicircular canals open, involved in balance and equilibrium.

  1. Inner ear structureC1formalmedical

    A small, fluid-filled sac in the inner ear that is part of the vestibular system and connects with the semicircular canals, helping to maintain balance and spatial orientation.

    frUtricule (oreille interne)

    • The utricle detects linear acceleration and head tilt.
    • Damage to the utricle can cause balance disorders.
    • The otoliths in the utricle respond to gravity.

    Synonymesutriculus

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