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fontanelle /fon·ta·nelle/ (fon″tah-nel´) a soft spot, such as one of the membrane-covered spaces remaining at the junction of the sutures in the incompletely ossified skull of the fetus or infant. Fontanelle One of several "soft spots" on the skull where the developing bones of the skull have yet to fuse. Mentioned in: Hydrocephalus, Subdural Hematoma fontanelle, fontanel a soft spot; skin and membrane-covered spaces remaining at the junction of the sutures, especially between the frontal and parietal bones in the incompletely covered skull of the fetus or neonate. This fontanelle usually closes after birth but in hydrocephalus and in some miniature breeds of dogs, particularly Chihuahuas, it may remain open. Called also fonticulus, molera. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Nasal fontanelles are the areas of the lateral nasal wall that are absent of bone. Nasal fontanelles are the areas of the lateral nasal wall that are absent of bone. |
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