A sulcus is a fold or deep groove, which separates the convolutions or gyri on surfaces of brain. The central sulcus named after Luigi Rolando is the part of brain, which stretches from the cerebral longitudinal fissures to the area close to lateral sulcus of the Sylvia’s fissure in a perpendicular way. Central sulcus is… Continue reading Central Sulcus
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What is Sphenoid Bone?
The sphenoid bone is one of the 8 bones that make up the cranium. It is a non-paired bone of the neuro-cranium. The shape of the sphenoid bone is quite interesting in the fact that it looks like the extended wings of a butterfly or a bat. The name is derived from the Greek word… Continue reading What is Sphenoid Bone?
Foramen Lacerum
The foramen lacerum is term used to describe a triangular opening present at the base of the skull, situated in the middle cranial fossa between the top section of petrous temporal, the sphenoid, and the basilar section of occipital. The foramen lacerum is bordered on the front by the sphenoid bone’s body at the junction… Continue reading Foramen Lacerum
What is Cricoid Cartilage?
The cricoid cartilage refers to the ring-like structure present at the bottom section of the larynx. It also is considered as the topmost section of the trachea. It plays a major role in a variety of important bodily functions. Also popularly known as the voice box, the cricoid cartilage gives a certain prominence to the… Continue reading What is Cricoid Cartilage?