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The occipital region, or occiput, refers to the posterior, or back, part of the head. It is the area at the base of the skull that houses the occipital bone, a crucial component of the cranium. This region plays a significant role in housing the visual cortex, the part of the brain responsible for processing visual information. Therefore, injuries to the occipital region can often result in visual disturbances or impairments.
Anatomically, the occipital region is bordered anteriorly by the parietal and temporal bones, and inferiorly by
Clinically, the occipital region is susceptible to various conditions. Trauma, such as falls or blows to the