Zygomaticofrontal suture
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Zygomaticofrontal suture is a cranial suture that is found in the human skull. It is the junction where the zygomatic bone and the frontal bone meet. This suture is also known as the sphenofrontal suture.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The term "zygomaticofrontal suture" is derived from the Greek words "zygon", which means yoke, and "frontalis", which refers to the forehead. The term "suture" comes from the Latin word "sutura", which means seam.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The zygomaticofrontal suture is located on the lateral aspect of the skull, just above the eye socket. It is one of the many sutures that connect the various bones of the skull. The zygomatic bone and the frontal bone, which form this suture, are both part of the facial skeleton.
Clinical significance[edit | edit source]
The zygomaticofrontal suture is often involved in facial fractures, particularly those resulting from blunt trauma to the face. It is also a key landmark in various surgical procedures involving the skull and face.
Related terms[edit | edit source]
- Zygomatic bone: The bone that forms the prominent part of the cheek and the outer edge of the eye socket.
- Frontal bone: The bone that forms the forehead and the upper part of the eye sockets.
- Cranial suture: A type of joint that connects the bones of the skull.
See also[edit | edit source]
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