The temporal bone is one of the thickest bones in the skull. In this article, we look at the structure and function of this bone and the injuries that can affect it.

Bone and Muscle Anatomy The temporal bone is composed of five parts: the squama, the petrous, mastoid, and tympanic parts, as well as the styloid process.

In addition, cone beam CT scored significantly better than multidetector CT in visualizing normal temporal bone anatomy, said Dr. Volders.

The inner ear is at the end of the ear canals, resting in the temporal bone. It consists of the cochlea, semicircular canals, and vestibule and is responsible for hearing, balance, and equilibrium.

The anterior deep temporal artery has small branches that go through the zygomatic (cheek) bone, communicating with the lacrimal artery.

The temporal bone itself is made up of five smaller parts, which fuse together before birth. One of these pieces, called the tympanic part, may be evolutionarily linked to the angular bone in the ...

The sigmoid sinus starts just below the temporal bone on the sides of the head and follows a complex course to the jugular foramen, a hole in the bone at the base of the skull.

Coroner’s Court of Victoria investigating bone room Human remains found in an administration office opposite a busy hospital remain shrouded in mystery as a coroner’s investigations continue.