Introduction Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the joint between mandible and right and left temporal bones. It is the only movable joint in the head. It helps in mastication and opening and closingRead More…
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Otic Ganglion
Location and Relations Otic ganglion is a parasympathetic ganglion which is a relay station for secretomotor fibers to parotid gland. It is 2-3 mm in size and oval-shaped. It is located inRead More…
Mandibular nerve
Origin of Mandibular Nerve Mandibular nerve is the largest of the three divisions of trigeminal nerve It is a mixed nerve containing both sensory and motor fibers. It is the nerve ofRead More…
Maxillary Artery
Origin of Maxillary Artery Maxillary artery is the larger of the two terminal branches of external carotid artery. The other terminal branch is superficial temporal artery. Origin: Maxillary artery arises behind theRead More…
Internal Carotid Artery
Origin and Termination of Internal Carotid Artery Internal carotid artery is one of the two terminal branches of common carotid artery. It supplies structures present in the cranial cavity and orbit. ItsRead More…
Subclavian Artery
< Origin and Termination of Subclavian Artery There are two subclavian arteries, right and left and they mainly supply upper limb as it continues as axillary artery.They also supplies parts of thorax,Read More…
Ansa Cervicalis
Formation and Muscles Supplied by Ansa Cervicalis Ansa cervicalis is a U-shaped nerve loop which is embedded in the anterior wall of the carotid sheath. Formation: It is formed by two rootsRead More…
Carotid Triangle
Name the structures forming the boundaries of Carotid Triangle. WATCH VIDEO ON CAROTID TRIANGLE [CLICK HERE] Carotid triangle is one of the subdivisions of anterior triangle of neck. It is so calledRead More…
Internal Jugular Vein
Extent and Dilatations of Internal Jugular Vein Internal jugular vein collects blood from the brain and most of the head and neck region. It is the largest vein of the neck. Extent:Read More…
Common Carotid Artery
Origin and Termination of Common Carotid Artery Common carotid arteries (2- right and left) are the main arteries that supplies head and neck region. Origin: Right common carotid artery arises from the brachiocephalicRead More…