Internal surface of cranial base

Basis interna cranii

  • Latin synonym: Basis cranii interna

Definition

The internal surface of cranial base refers to the cranial cavity or the inside surface of the base of the skull. It serves as a stable platform for the brain. For more information about the cranial cavity, please click on this link: cranial cavity.

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Text written by Muhammad A. Javaid, MD, PhD © 2024 IMAIOS.

  • Drake, R.L., Vogl, A.W. and Mitchell, A.W.M. (2009). ‘Chapter 8: Head and Neck’ in Gray’s anatomy for Students. (2nd ed.) Philadelphia PA 19103-2899: Elsevier, pp. 822.


Comparative anatomy in animals

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