External sagittal crest
Crista sagittalis externa
- Related terms: External sagittal crest (Parietal bone)
Definition
The external sagittal crest is the caudal and medial extension of the temporal lines where they unite. It is a powerful crest that forms a partition between the two temporal fossae, extending to the external occipital protuberance.
References
Barone R. Anatomie comparée des mammifères domestiques, Tome 1, Ostéologie, 5th edition, Vigot, Paris, 2017.
Constantinescu GM, Schaller O. Illustrated veterinary anatomical nomenclature, 3rd Edition, Enke Verlag, Stuttgart, 2012.
König HE, Lieibich HG. Veterinary Anatomy of Domestic mammals, 6th edition, Schattauer, Stuttgart, 2014.
