Deiters, Otto F.C.

(dīt′ĕrz)

[Otto F.C. Deiters, Ger. anatomist, 1834-1863]
Nineteenth century German anatomist/histologist.

Deiters cell

A supporting cell for the sensory-motor outer hair cells of the organ of Corti in the cochlea.

Deiters nucleus

SEE: Lateral vestibular nucleus.