Aim: To study the incidence of epipteric bones in the region of pterion in human skulls. Results: Out of 100 skulls, epipteric bones were seen in the region of pterion in 24 skulls. Bilateral occurrence was noted in 8 skulls and unilateral occurrence was seen in the remaining 16 skulls. Among the unilateral occurrence, 6 were seen on the right side and 10 were seen on the left side.
Conclusion:In conclusion, identification of the occurrence of epipteric bones at the site of pterion is important as they may be confused for fractures. Also, presence of epipteric bones may lead to complications in making burr holes at the pterion.
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