Where is the ciliary ganglion situated?

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In the space between the optic nerve and the lateral rectus muscleAt the apex of the orbitNear the apex of the orbit adjacent to the superior rectus muscleLocated at the orbital apex between the optic nerve and lateral rectus

Explanation

The ciliary ganglion is positioned at the apex of the orbit, serving as a relay station for autonomic fibers. It is not located between the optic nerve and lateral rectus or near the superior rectus muscle.