Scalp
| Definition: |
The outer covering of the calvaria. It is composed of several layers: SKIN; subcutaneous connective tissue; the occipitofrontal muscle which includes the tendonous galea aponeurotica; loose connective tissue; and the pericranium (the PERIOSTEUM of the SKULL). |
| Notes: |
diseases of skin or hair of scalp = SCALP DERMATOSES; neopl of scalp = SKIN NEOPLASMS (IM) + SCALP (IM) + HEAD AND NECK NEOPLASMS (IM) + histol type of neopl (IM) |
Scalp Definitions and Terms
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