[Study of the strength of the adherence of the dura mater to the bones of the skull].

The strength of the fixation of the dura mater to the bones of the cranial portion and base of the skull was studied with regard to their resistance to separation. Specimens taken from individuals who had died at the age of 3 months to 4 years and from 25 to 58 years were examined. These specimens were not treated with preservatives. It was established that the strength of fixation of dura mater to the cranial bones depends on the age and individual anatomical features and is 30--1800 g/cm. The topography of the fields of minimum and maximum strength of fixation of the dura mater was determined which explains some regular features of epidural hematoma formation.