Frontal bossing

Last revised by Ciléin Kearns on 26 Aug 2023

Frontal bossing is a calvarial radiographic feature where the front of the skull appears protruding anteriorly. It is best appreciated on a sagittal or lateral image.

Pathology

This feature can be seen in many conditions (in alphabetical order):

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