Image Based Question – 65122

Scapocephaly is due to premature closure of this suture (arrow) shown in picture.

A. Coronal sutrue

B. Metopic suture

C. Sagittal suture

D. Lambdoid suture

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Correct Answer » C Explanation

Ans;C. Sagittal suture

Image represents Sagittal suture

• Scaphocephaly is a type of cephalic disorder which occurs when there is a premature fusion of the sagittal suture.

• The sagittal suture joins together the two parietal bones of skull.

• Scaphocephaly is the most common of the craniosynostosis conditions and is characterized by a long, narrow head.