Linea nuchae suprema

The linea nuchae suprema is the uppermost linear elevation on the external surface of the Occipital bone, which is often only weakly developed.

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The linea nuchae suprema forms the dorsal attachment of the Galea aponeurotica and the origin of the occipital belly of the occipitofrontalis muscle.

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External surface of the occipital bone
Schematic illustration of the external surface of the occipital bone showing the muscle attachments. Figure adapted from Gray's Anatomy.

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