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Term: Middle Fossa

A middle fossa is a cranial fossa located on the base of the skull, between the anterior and posterior cranial fossae. It houses various structures including the temporal lobes and the pituitary gland.

Senses and Usages:

1. Medical Sense: In the field of medicine, the term "middle fossa" refers to the middle cranial fossa, which is a depression in the base of the skull.
2. Anatomical Sense: In anatomy, the middle fossa is an osseous space that accommodates different structures of the brain such as the temporal lobes.
3. Surgical Procedure: "Middle fossa surgery" is a neurosurgical procedure that involves accessing and treating certain conditions within the middle cranial fossa.

Sample Sentences:

• The surgeon examined the patient's middle fossa to identify any abnormalities in the cranial structure.
• The middle cranial fossa houses the temporal lobes, which are essential for auditory and visual perception.
• Dr. Smith specializes in performing middle fossa surgeries for patients with intracranial tumors.

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