epicranium
/ˌɛpɪˈkreɪniəm/
noun
- The entire covering of the skull, including the skin, muscles, and connective tissue of the scalp.
- The epicranium includes the occipitofrontalis muscle, which moves the scalp.
- A blow to the epicranium can cause swelling but rarely fractures the bone.
- The epicranium protects the skull and helps regulate temperature.
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