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Although typically benign, they are clinically significant due to possible associations with venous malformations and inherited genetic variants. However, the anatomical, radiological, and histological details of these entities are scant in the medical literature.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Two hundred and fifty adult human skulls from multiple anatomical collections were examined for EPF. Gross morphometric data were supplemented by high-resolution microcomputed tomography (microCT) and histological analysis (H&amp;E, PAS, and Masson\u2019s trichrome). Morphology, cortical continuity, and edge characteristics were evaluated to distinguish developmental defects from acquired bone lesions.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Bilateral EPF were identified in two (0.8%) specimens. MicroCT revealed smooth, corticated margins without lytic or reactive changes. Histological sections demonstrated abrupt cortical thinning and fibrovascular connective tissue at the defect edge, without evidence of osteoclastic activity, inflammation, or abnormal deposition. Surrounding bone exhibited normal cortical and trabecular architecture.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Our findings support the theory that EPF represents a localized congenital ossification defect of the parietal bone rather than a pathologic erosion. Their developmental origin likely reflects aberrant parietal notch closure and persistent falcine venous structures. Understanding their embryologic and genetic basis enhances clinical recognition, guides genetic counseling, and informs surgical management strategies.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>","DOI":"10.1007\/s00381-026-07197-w","type":"journal-article","created":{"date-parts":[[2026,3,15]],"date-time":"2026-03-15T06:10:36Z","timestamp":1773555036000},"update-policy":"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/springer_crossmark_policy","source":"Crossref","is-referenced-by-count":0,"title":["New insights into enlarged parietal foramina: an anatomical, radiological, and histological study"],"prefix":"10.1007","volume":"42","author":[{"given":"Laurel A.","family":"Seltzer","sequence":"first","affiliation":[],"role":[{"role":"author","vocabulary":"crossref"}]},{"given":"Brianna L.","family":"Hines","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"role":"author","vocabulary":"crossref"}]},{"given":"Zachary S.","family":"Weisberg","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"role":"author","vocabulary":"crossref"}]},{"given":"David","family":"Ezra","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"role":"author","vocabulary":"crossref"}]},{"given":"Joseph","family":"Lockwood","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"role":"author","vocabulary":"crossref"}]},{"given":"Hotaka","family":"Kawai","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"role":"author","vocabulary":"crossref"}]},{"given":"Noritaka","family":"Komune","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"role":"author","vocabulary":"crossref"}]},{"given":"Joe","family":"Iwanaga","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"role":"author","vocabulary":"crossref"}]},{"given":"Aaron S.","family":"Dumont","sequence":"additional","affiliation":[],"role":[{"role":"author","vocabulary":"crossref"}]},{"given":"R. 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