1. relating to or located near the petrous part of the temporal bone
Usage: medical; anatomical

1. the petrous part of the temporal bone
Usage: medical; anatomical

Examples

• The petrosal bone forms part of the skull’s base.
• Damage to the petrosal region can affect hearing.
• The surgeon examined the petrosal area during the procedure.
• The petrosal contains important structures for balance.
• CT scans revealed a fracture in the petrosal bone.
• The petrosal ridge is visible on the X-ray.