An autopsy case of nearly complete ossification of the stylohyoid chain: Eagle syndrome in forensic aspect

The styloid process is a thin and sharp bony structure, protruding downward and forward from the underside of the temporal bone (mean length 2.5 cm) [1,2]. It comprises a base or proximal part ensheathed by the tympanic plate and shaft or distal part with muscle and ligament attachment. When the length of the styloid process exceeds 3 cm it is considered to be “elongated” [3]
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