Understanding Cephalomere: The Key to Healthy Head and Face Development

Cephalomere is a term used in embryology to describe the anterior (front) end of a body segment or limb bud during early development. It is a critical structure that guides the formation of the head and face.

In humans, the cephalomere is the most anterior (front) part of the neural tube, which eventually develops into the brain and spinal cord. The cephalomere is formed early in embryonic development and serves as a guide for the growth and development of the head and face.

The cephalomere is important because it helps to establish the proper orientation and positioning of the head and face during fetal development. Abnormalities in the formation or function of the cephalomere can lead to congenital anomalies such as craniofacial defects.