Fibrous and Cartilaginous Joints
What are the different types of fibrous joints? In fibrous joints the bones are connected by fibrous connective tissue.They do not have a joint cavity and are immovable or only slightly movable.Read More…
Fascia – Superficial and Deep
What is superficial fascia and what are its contents? Superficial fascia is the subcutaneous layer of loose connective tissue that connects the skin to the underlying deep fascia. It contains: Fat SuperficialRead More…
Inguinal Hernias
What are the different types of inguinal hernias? Inguinal hernia is a protrusion of loop of small intestine into the inguinal canal is termed as inguinal hernia. It presents as a swellingRead More…
Heart – External Features
Describe the location and dimensions of Heart. Location of heart: Heart lies in the middle mediastinum. 1/3rd of the heart lies to the right and 2/3rd to the left of the midline. It liesRead More…
Auditory Tube
Where is Auditory Tube Located and Whats is its Function? Auditory tube /pharyngotympanic/Eustachian tube is a trumpet-shaped tube which connects middle ear with nasopharynx. Is 3.5-4cm. long. Is directed downwards, forwards andRead More…
Tympanic Membrane
Where is Tympanic Membrane Located and What are its Dimentions? Location: Tympanic membrane is a semitransparent partition between the external acoustic meatus(EAM) and tympanic cavity. It has following features: It is ovalRead More…
Internal Ear
Where is Internal ear Located? What are its Parts? Location: Internal ear is located in the petrous part of the temporal bone. Parts of internal ear: Internal ear consists of two parts:Read More…
Tympanic Cavity
Where is Tympanic cavity/midle ear located? Whatis its shape and dimensions? Location: The middle ear or tympanic cavity is a narrow slit-like air-filled cavity located inside the petrous part of the temporalRead More…
Lacrimal Apparatus
Enumerate the Components of Lacrimal apparatus. The components of lacrimal apparatus include structures involved in tear production and drainage. They are: Lacrimal gland. Lacrimal ducts. Conjunctival sac. Lacrimal puncta and lacrimal canaliculi.Read More…
Ciliary Ganglion
Introduction Ciliary Ganglion It is a Parasympathetic ganglion. It is a relay station for fibers supplying sphincter pupillae and ciliaris muscle It is topographically connected to nasociliary nerve (branch of ophthalmic divisionRead More…