Lambdoid suture
Lambdoid Suture
The Lambdoid Suture (pronounced: /ˈlæmbdɔɪd ˈsuːtʃər/) is a significant anatomical structure in the human skull.
Etymology
The term "Lambdoid Suture" is derived from the Greek letter Lambda (Λ), due to the suture's resemblance to the shape of the letter when viewed from the side.
Definition
The Lambdoid Suture is a dense, fibrous connective tissue joint that separates the occipital bone at the back of the skull from the two parietal bones at the sides of the skull. It is named for its W-like form, which is similar to the Greek letter lambda (Λ).
Function
The primary function of the Lambdoid Suture is to allow for the expansion of the skull during the early years of life, accommodating the growth of the brain. It also plays a role in absorbing shock to the head.
Related Terms
- Sagittal suture: Another suture of the skull, running along the midline, separating the two parietal bones.
- Coronal suture: The suture separating the frontal bone from the parietal bones.
- Squamosal suture: The suture separating the temporal bone from the parietal bone.
- Suture (anatomy): A type of fibrous joint that only occurs in the skull.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lambdoid suture
- Wikipedia's article - Lambdoid suture
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