Coronal suture

Coronal Suture

The Coronal Suture is a significant anatomical feature of the human skull. It is a fibrous joint that unites the frontal bone with the two parietal bones of the skull.

Anatomy

The Coronal Suture is one of the four major sutures that make up the human skull. It runs transversely, forming an arch which is convex anteriorly. The Coronal Suture is named for its anatomical resemblance to a crown, as "corona" is Latin for "crown".

Clinical Significance

The Coronal Suture, like other cranial sutures, can be involved in certain medical conditions. For instance, early closure of the Coronal Suture (a condition known as craniosynostosis) can lead to an abnormal head shape and potentially cause increased intracranial pressure.

See Also

• Cranial sutures
• Frontal bone
• Parietal bone
• Craniosynostosis

External Links

• WikiMD Article on Coronal Suture

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