Axis (anatomy) The condition, where the dens is separated from the body of the axis, is called os odontoideum, and may cause nerve and circulation compression syndrome. On its anterior surface is an oval or nearly circular facet for articulation with that on the anterior arch of the atlas. On the back of the neck, and frequently extending on to its lateral surfaces, is a shallow groove for the transverse atlantal ligament which retains the process in position. The apex is pointed, and gives attachment to the apical odontoid ligament; below the apex the process is somewhat enlarged, and presents on either
House of Gold & Bones – Part 2 four-part comic book mini series, published by Dark Horse Comics, was released on April 17, 2013. "House of Gold & Bones – Part 2" is the final album to feature guitarist Jim Root before his departure from the band in 2014. Stone Sour started working on the album on March 19, 2012. Guitarist Josh Rand confirmed that the album would contain reprises of Part 1. Examples are "The Conflagration" containing the “I’m on my own” lyric from the 2-part song "The Travelers" and "The House of Gold and Bones" containing the bridge riff from "Absolute Zero." Rachel Bolan of Skid