![]() |
Dissection of the Cranial Fossa and Cranial Nerves |
![]() |
Step 1
Study the cranial fossae, identify the dural reflections and open the dural sinuses. |
| |
![]() |
Step 2
Find the cut ends of the cranial nerves. | ||
![]() |
Step 3
Remove the dura from the middle cranial fossa on one side to demonstrate the trigeminal ganglion and its divisions, as well as the middle meningeal artery. |
John A. McNulty, Ph.D. | Last Updated: May 2, 2011 Created: Jan 17, 1997 |