Falx cerebri

This tutorial explores the cranial dura mater, focusing on the falx cerebri, the largest dural infolding. It explains the structure and function of the dura mater, its layers, and the role of cranial dural infoldings. The falx cerebri, positioned between the cerebral hemispheres, is detailed, including its attachments and shape. The video also covers the dural venous sinuses, which facilitate venous blood drainage from the brain to the internal jugular vein, highlighting the superior and inferior sagittal sinuses and their connections.

What is the outermost layer of the meninges?

What are the two layers that comprise the dura mater?

Describe the shape and location of the falx cerebri.

What is the relationship between the falx cerebri and the cerebral hemispheres?

Explain the function of the dural venous sinuses.