Wry Neck (Torticollis) A Complete Guide For Medical Students Question 1. What is torticolis? Answer: Torticolis Synonym: Wry neck Description: Wry neck is a deformity in which head is bent on one side & chin points to the other side Torticolis Causes and Types: Spasm or contracture of sternocleidomastoid or trapezius Cold exposurerheumatic torticolis … [Read more...] about Wry Neck (Torticollis) A Complete Guide For Medical Students
Sternocleidomastoid Muscle
Sternocleidomastoid Muscle Attachments, relation, nerve supply & action of sternocleidomastoid (or) Sternocleidomastoid (or) Sternocleidomastoid muscle, nerve supply & action Answer: Sternocleidomastoid Origin: The tendinous sterna head arises from the superolateral part of the front of the manubrium sterni The musculotendinous clavicular head arises from … [Read more...] about Sternocleidomastoid Muscle
External Jugular Vein
External Jugular Vein Give the formation, course & termination of external jugular vein Answer: External Jugular Vein Formation: By union of the posterior auricular vein & posterior division of retromandibular vein "Understanding the external jugular vein through FAQs: Anatomy, functions, and uses explained" External Jugular Vein Course: External … [Read more...] about External Jugular Vein
Lymph Drainage Of The Head And Neck
Lymph Drainage Of The Head And Neck "What is lymph drainage of the head and neck? A detailed question and answers guide" Lymphatic drainage of head & neck Answer: The entire lymph from the head & neck drains ultimately into the deep cervical nodes or through peripheral nodes Lymphatic drainage of head & neck is grouped as anterosuperior, anteroinferior, … [Read more...] about Lymph Drainage Of The Head And Neck
Pretracheal Fascia
Pretracheal Fascia Question 1. Pretracheal fascia Answer: Pretracheal fascia Features: The posterior layer becomes thick and forms a suspensory ligament called Ligament Of Berry Pretracheal fascia supports the thyroid gland and prevents it from sinking Pretracheal fascia provides a slippery surface for free movements of trachea during … [Read more...] about Pretracheal Fascia