Coronal suture
Coronal Suture
The Coronal Suture (pronunciation: /kəˈroʊnəl ˈsuːtʃər/) is a significant anatomical structure in the human skull.
Etymology
The term "Coronal Suture" originates from the Latin word "corona," meaning "crown." This is due to the suture's location, which is akin to where a crown would sit on the head.
Definition
The Coronal Suture is a dense, fibrous connective tissue joint that separates the frontal bone and the two parietal bones of the skull. It is one of the major sutures that contribute to the overall structure and shape of the skull.
Related Terms
- Frontal Bone: The bone that forms the front part of the skull and the upper part of the eye sockets.
- Parietal Bone: One of two bones that form the top and sides of the skull.
- Sagittal Suture: The suture that separates the two parietal bones.
- Lambdoid Suture: The suture that separates the parietal bones from the occipital bone.
- Suture (anatomy): A type of fibrous joint that only occurs in the skull.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Coronal suture
- Wikipedia's article - Coronal suture
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