Stria Vascularis

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.

Year introduced: 1991(1979)

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Tree Number(s): A09.246.300.246.292.876

MeSH Unique ID: D013316

Entry Terms:

• Vascularis, Stria

Previous Indexing:

• Cochlea (1966-1978)
• Organ of Corti (1968-1978)

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Anatomy Category
Sense Organs
Ear
Ear, Inner
Cochlea
Cochlear Duct
Stria Vascularis