Falx cerebri
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Not to be confused with falx cerebelli.
The falx cerebri (also known as the cerebral falx) is a large, crescent-shaped fold of dura mater that descends vertically into the longitudinal fissure between the cerebral hemispheres of the human brain,[1] separating the two hemispheres and supporting dural sinuses that provide venous and CSF drainage to the brain.[2] It is attached to the crista galli anteriorly, and blends with the tentorium cerebelli posteriorly.[3]
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Part of | Meninges |
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Latin | falx cerebri |
NeuroNames | 1237 |
TA98 | A14.1.01.103 |
TA2 | 5374 |
FMA | 83967 |
Anatomical terms of neuroanatomy |
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The falx cerebri is often subject to age-related calcification, and a site of falcine meningiomas.[2]
The falx cerebri is named for its sickle-like shape.[citation needed]