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Fascial Layers of the Neck
…only act to support internal structures, but also help to compartmentalise structures of the neck. There are two fascias in the neck – the superficial cervical fascia and the deep…
The Posterior Triangle of the Neck
The posterior triangle of the neck is an anatomical area located at the posterolateral aspect of the neck. In this article, we shall look at the anatomy of the posterior…
Major Arteries of the Head and Neck
…brain. The vertebral arteries do not supply any branches to the neck or other extra-cranial structures. Other Arteries of the Neck The neck is supplied by arteries other than the…
Venous Drainage of the Head and Neck
…the neck, the vein passes underneath the clavicle, and terminates by draining into the subclavian vein. Along its route down the neck, the EJV receives tributary veins – posterior external…
Lymphatic Drainage of the Head and Neck
…and neck can be divided into two major groups; superficial vessels and deep vessels. Superficial Vessels The superficial vessels drain lymph from the scalp, face and neck into the superficial…
The Anterior Triangle of the Neck
The anterior triangle is a region located at the front of the neck. In this article, we shall look at the anatomy of the anterior triangle of the neck –…
Sympathetic Innervation to the Head and Neck
…nervous system are associated with the ‘fight or flight’ response. In this article, we shall look at the anatomy of the sympathetic innervation to the head and neck – its…
Parasympathetic Innervation to the Head and Neck
…nervous system are associated with the ‘rest and digest‘ response. In this article, we shall look at the anatomy of the parasympathetic innervation to the head and neck – its…
Blood Vessels and Lymphatics of the Head and Neck
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The Neck
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