ISSN:
1279-8517
Keywords:
Styloid chain
;
Ossification
;
Pseudarthrosis
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract The styloid chain is defined as the styloid process of the temporal bone, the stylohyoid ligament and the lesser cornua of the hyoid bone. Unusually long, incidental bilateral styloid chain ossification is described. This paper is presented for its unusual incidence, unusual length, the presence of ossification rather than calcification and its embryological correlation. Brief mention is made on the embryology and clinical significance of this condition.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00276-000-0211-3