preoccipital notch
incisura parieto-occipitalis
Small indentation on the inferior surface of the cerebral cortex at the border of the occiptal and parietal lobes. It is considered as a landmark because the occipital lobe is located just behind the line that connects that notch with the parietoccipital sulcus (adapted from Wikipedia).
| Type | Organ |
| Parent Structure | anatomical space |
| Latin Name | incisura parieto-occipitalis |
| FMA ID | 83739 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preoccipital notch?
Small indentation on the inferior surface of the cerebral cortex at the border of the occiptal and parietal lobes. It is considered as a landmark because the occipital lobe is located just behind the line that connects that notch with the parietoccipital sulcus (adapted from Wikipedia).
What is the Latin name for the preoccipital notch?
The Latin name for the preoccipital notch is incisura parieto-occipitalis.
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