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Craniovertebral ligaments

Craniovertebral ligaments

Ligaments connecting the skull to the vertebrae.

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Craniovertebral ligaments

Craniovertebral ligaments

Ligaments connecting the skull to the vertebrae.

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Craniovertebral ligaments

Craniovertebral ligaments

Ligaments connecting the skull to the vertebrae.

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