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
The Bones of Grace The Bones of Grace The Bones of Grace is a novel by Tahmima Anam. It is the third novel and final part of her Bengal trilogy, following "A Golden Age" and "The Good Muslim". The story revolve around Zubaida Haque, an adopted daughter of a native Bengali family who finds herself lost between two worlds. She feels torn by everything which she have to choose. She felt different kind of loylity toward her motherland Bangladesh and America, from where she completed her study. The book got generally positive review from critics. "The Guardian" published a review by "Anthony Cummins" who