Frontal eminence

Frontal eminence refers to the rounded, protruding part of the forehead in the human skull. The frontal eminences are most prominent in young children, and their size varies among individuals. They are formed by the underlying frontal bones of the skull.

Anatomy

The frontal eminences are located on the frontal bone of the skull, above the supraorbital ridges. They are usually more prominent in children and can vary in size among individuals. The frontal eminences become less prominent as a person ages, as the frontal bone remodels and thickens.

Clinical significance

Abnormal development or changes in the frontal eminences can be indicative of certain medical conditions. For example, enlarged frontal eminences can be a sign of Hydrocephalus, a condition where there is an accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain. Similarly, flattened or absent frontal eminences can be associated with conditions such as Craniosynostosis, where the skull bones fuse prematurely.

See also

• Frontal bone
• Human skull
• Hydrocephalus
• Craniosynostosis

References

Frontal eminence Resources
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