cranium, meninges and brain Flashcards

scalp: describe the anatomy of the layers of the scalp, describe the significance of its blood supply, particularly in relation to laceration injuries

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Q

why do scalp lacerations pose a threat to infections coming from outside to inside

A

emissary veins traverse from outside of skull to inside of cranial cavity, so are vulnerable to infection

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