Bilateral thinning of the parietal bones

Case contributed by Amir Rezaee
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Fall

Patient Data

Age: 9th decade
Gender: Female

Symmetrical bilateral parietal thinning.

Case Discussion

Bilateral thinning of the parietal bones is an uncommon progressive condition which is seen in middle age to elderly patients and is slightly more common in females. It is thought to be secondary to age related osteoporosis.

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