Temporal Bone Anatomy

Abstract

Temporal bone anatomy is highly complex, with a complicated configuration of minute anatomic structures housed in a dense osseous structure. Nevertheless, a robust understanding of this anatomy is essential for clinicians, who must accurately diagnose and describe the various pathologies that exist in this region. In this article, we provide a comprehensive overview of temporal bone anatomy, ranging from its large components to its smallest foramina, canals, and clefts.

Keywords: Anatomy; CT; MRI; Temporal bone.