Internal occipital protuberance
Internal Occipital Protuberance
The Internal Occipital Protuberance is a prominent anatomical feature located on the occipital bone of the human skull. It is a median protrusion that is part of the endocranium, the inner surface of the base of the skull.
Anatomy[edit]
The internal occipital protuberance is found at the posterior part of the endocranium, near the center of the occipital bone. It is the point of attachment for the falx cerebri, a sickle-shaped fold of the dura mater, the outermost layer of the meninges that cover the brain.
Clinical Significance[edit]
The internal occipital protuberance is a significant landmark in neurosurgery and radiology. It serves as a reference point for the transverse sinuses, which are major blood vessels that drain blood from the brain.
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