An Introduction to the human skull

In this episode, we will be talking about arguably the most iconic and easily recognisable area of all human anatomy, the skull. Join us in this initial exploratory foray, where we will introduce the basics of the skull. Let’s uncover what is meant by the terms neurocranium, viscerocranium, and calvarium. What exactly is a soft spot or fontanelle and how does this differ from a suture? What are the main sutures and how do they relate to the condition craniosynostosis? All will be revealed in this 5-minute episode of dissectible me.