SCALP The scalp refers to the layers of skin and subcutaneous tissue that cover the bones of cranial vault. =The scalp denotes the soft tissue that covers the cranial vault (skull cap or Calabria in particular Extension   The scalp extends from the external occipital protuberance and superior nuchal lines posteriorly to the supraorbital margins anteriorly Laterally on each side it extends upto superior temporal line  Layers of scalp It is a multi-layered structure with a good blood

The soft tissues covering the vault of skull are called scalp. External occipital protuberance and nuchal lines are the source from where the scalp extends to the supraorbital margins." Extent It go...

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Hair is one of the characteristic features of mammals and has various functions such as protection against external factors; producing sebum, apocrine sweat and pheromones; impact on social and sexual interactions; thermoregulation and being a resource for stem cells. Hair is a derivative of the epidermis and consists of two distinct parts: the follicle and the hair shaft. The follicle is the essential unit for the generation of hair. The hair shaft consists of a cortex and cuticle cells…

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Superficial Arteries and Veins of Face and Scalp Anatomy Middle temporal artery and vein, Zygomaticoorbital artery, Transverse facial artery and vein, Supraorbital artery and vein, Supratrochlear artery and vein, Nasofrontal vein, Facial artery and vein, External nasal artery and vein, Zygomaticotemporal artery and vein, Angular artery and vein, Zygomaticofacial artery and vein, Infraorbital artery and vein, Deep facial vein, Mastoid emissary vein and meningeal branch of occipital artery…