Temporal Styloid Process Question 1. Styloid process Answer: It is a long, slender and pointed bony process Projects downwards, forward and slightly medially from temporal bone Situation: Anteromedial to mastoid process Descends between external and internal carotid artery and reaches side of pharynx Interposed between parotid gland and internal jugular … [Read more...] about Temporal Styloid Process
Superior Cervical Ganglion
Superior Cervical Ganglion Question 1. Superior cervical ganglion situation and branches Answer: Superior cervical ganglion is largest of three ganglia It is spindle shaped structure It is 2.5 cm long Situation: Below the skull Opposite to C2 and C3 vertebrae Behind carotid sheath Front of prevertebral fascia "Understanding the superior cervical … [Read more...] about Superior Cervical Ganglion
Thyroglossal Duct
Thyroglossal Duct "What is the thyroglossal duct? A detailed question and answers guide" Question 1. Thyroglossal duct Answer: The thyroid gland develops from a median endodermal thyroid diverticulum This grows down in front of the neck from the floor of the primitive pharynx The lower end of the diverticulum enlarges to form the gland The rest of the … [Read more...] about Thyroglossal Duct
Internal Jugular Vein
Internal Jugular Vein Question 1. Formation & termination of internal jugular vein Answer: Formation: It is downward continuation of Sigmoid sinus at the lower border of the jugular foramen Termination: It ends by joining the Subclavian vein to form the brachiocephalic vein behind medial end of the clavicle "Understanding the internal jugular vein … [Read more...] about Internal Jugular Vein
Styloid Process
Styloid Process "What is the styloid process? A detailed question and answers guide" Question 1. Styloid process Answer: It is a long, slender and pointed bony process Projects downwards, forward and slightly medially from temporal bone It contains five attachments: two ligaments and three muscles Situation: Anteromedial to mastoid process Descends … [Read more...] about Styloid Process