Bregma
Bregma
Definition
Bregma is the point where the sagittal suture, running along the midline, and the coronal suture, running sideways, come together. It is the spot where the anterior fontanelle, a soft spot on an infant's skull, closes at around 13-24 months of age.
References
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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. 818.
Lipsett BJ, Reddy V, Steanson K. Anatomy, Head and Neck: Fontanelles. [Updated 2023 Jul 24]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2024 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK542197/
