Skull Pathologies Flashcards
1
Q
Failure of the anterior neuropore to close by day 25 causes what
A
Anencephaly
2
Q
Failure of the posterior neuropore to close by day 27
A
Spina bifida
3
Q
Genetic abnormalities and infections like HIV, rubella, and zika may lead to…
A
Microcephaly
4
Q
Premature closure of cranial sutures is a pathology known as…
A
Craniosynostosis
5
Q
Rupture of the middle meningeal artery can lead to a bleed in which meningeal space?
A
Epidural/Extradural space
6
Q
Rupture of the bridging vein can lead to a bleed in which meningeal space?
A
Subdural space
7
Q
Inflammation of the meninges (usually bacterial) and causes swelling of the brain is called…
A
Meningitis
