occipitomastoid suture

ریشه

From the Latin word 'occiput' meaning 'back of the head', 'mastoid' meaning 'shaped like a breast', and 'sutura' meaning 'seam'.

مثال

• The occipitomastoid suture provides stability to the skull.
• In some medical conditions, the occipitomastoid suture may fuse prematurely.
• The occipitomastoid suture can be felt as a ridge behind the ear.