Subgaleal

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The term subgaleal is used to describe an anatomical location and refers to structures or processes located beneath the Galea aponeurotica. The term therefore refers to the space between the galea aponeurotica and the periosteum of the calvaria.

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Neurocranial layers
Illustration of the anatomical layers of the neurocranium. Figure adapted from Price, John C., et al. The pericranial flap for reconstruction of anterior skull base defects. The Laryngoscope 98.11 (1988): 1159-1164.

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