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Stria Vascularis MeSH Descriptor Data 2024


MeSH Heading
Stria Vascularis
Tree Number(s)
A09.246.300.246.292.876
Unique ID
D013316
RDF Unique Identifier
http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D013316
Scope Note
A layer of stratified EPITHELIUM forming the endolymphatic border of the cochlear duct at the lateral wall of the cochlea. Stria vascularis contains primarily three cell types (marginal, intermediate, and basal), and capillaries. The marginal cells directly facing the ENDOLYMPH are important in producing ion gradients and endochoclear potential.
Previous Indexing
Cochlea (1966-1978)
Organ of Corti (1968-1978)
Public MeSH Note
91; was see under COCHLEA 1979-90
History Note
91(79); was see under COCHLEA 1979-90
Date Established
1991/01/01
Date of Entry
1978/05/19
Revision Date
2018/07/02
Stria Vascularis Preferred
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