1. A bony projection or process extending from the dorsal (back) surface of a vertebra or bone
The dorsal apophysis of the vertebra provides attachment for muscles and ligaments.
A apófise dorsal da vértebra fornece fixação para músculos e ligamentos.
2. In anatomy, any small bony outgrowth on the posterior aspect of skeletal structures
The radiograph showed a prominent dorsal apophysis on the third cervical vertebra.
A radiografia mostrou uma apófise dorsal proeminente na terceira vértebra cervical.