Metopic
Metopic
Metopic (pronunciation: meh-TOP-ik) is a term used in anatomy and medicine to refer to anything related to the metopic suture or the forehead. The term is derived from the Greek words 'metopon', meaning forehead, and 'eidos', meaning form or shape.
Etymology
The term 'metopic' is derived from the Greek 'metopon' (μέτωπον), meaning 'forehead', and 'eidos' (εἶδος), meaning 'form' or 'shape'. It is used to describe anything related to the metopic suture, a line of junction or an immovable joint between two bones, especially of the skull, or anything related to the forehead.
Metopic Suture
The metopic suture is a type of cranial suture that separates the two frontal bones of the skull. It is present at birth and usually closes by the age of 2. In some individuals, the suture may persist into adulthood, a condition known as metopism.
Metopism
Metopism is a condition where the metopic suture persists into adulthood. It is a normal anatomical variant and is usually asymptomatic. However, in some cases, it may be associated with certain craniofacial disorders.
Related Terms
- Cranial suture: A type of suture found in the skull.
- Frontal bone: One of the bones that make up the skull.
- Metopism: A condition where the metopic suture persists into adulthood.
- Craniofacial disorder: A group of disorders that affect the structure and function of the skull and face.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Metopic
- Wikipedia's article - Metopic
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