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Head and neck
Overview
The head is the most superior part of the body and is connected to the body via the neck. Here is an overview of the main structures of the head and neck.
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Bones of the skullIntroduction to the bones of the skull.
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Main muscles of the head and neckIntroduction to the main muscles of the head and neck.
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Main arteries of the head and neckOverview of the arteries that supply the structures of the head and neck.
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Main veins of the head and neckMajor veins of the head and neck.
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Main nerves of the head and neckOverview of the major nerves of the head and neck.
Skull
The skull is a complex arrangement of bones and serves mainly to protect your brain. Here you'll learn about the bones that define the cranium.
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Anterior view of the skullStructures seen on the anterior view of the skull.
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Posterior and lateral skullAn overview of the structures seen from the posterior and lateral views of the skull
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CalvariaStructures seen on the superior and inferior views of the calvaria.
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Inferior view of base of the skullStructures seen on the inferior view of the base of the skull.
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Superior view of the base of the skullComprehensive overview of the structures seen from the superior view of the base of the skull.
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Midsagittal skullComprehensive overview of the structures seen from on the midsagittal section of the skull.
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Ethmoid boneStructure and landmarks of the ethmoid bone.
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Sphenoid boneIntroduction to the sphenoid bone
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Temporal boneStructure and landmarks of the temporal bone.
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MandibleIntroduction to the structure and function of the mandible
Head
The head is comprised of many structures including the eyes, ears, nose and mouth, which aid in various sensory functions, such as sight, hearing and taste.
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Salivary glandsSalivary glands and surrounding structures.
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Muscles of facial expressionOverview of the muscles responsible for facial expression.
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Muscles of masticationOverview of the muscles that aid in mastication.
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Temporomandibular jointDetailed anatomy of the temporomandibular joint.
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Arteries of the head: Lateral viewArteries that supply the head as seen from the lateral view.
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Superficial blood vessels of the headSuperficial arteries and veins of the face and scalp.
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Superficial nerves of the headSuperficial nerves of the face and scalp.
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Maxillary arteryMaxillary artery and its branches.
Orbit and contents
The bony orbit is the skeletal cavity or socket which is made up of several cranial structures and surrounds the soft tissue that make up the eye.
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Bones of the orbitBones and bony structures of the orbit.
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Superior and inferior orbital fissuresStructure and contents of the orbital fissures and the optic canal.
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Muscles of the orbitOverview of the muscles of the orbit and related structures.
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Blood vessels of the orbitArteries and veins found on the region of the orbit.
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Nerves of the orbitNerves found on the region of the orbit.
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EyeballStructure of the eyeball seen on a transverse section.
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Eyelids and tunica conjunctivaSagittal section of the orbital cavity and eyeball.
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Lens and corpus ciliare: Posterior viewA posterior view of the lens.
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Blood vessels of the eyeballArteries and veins of the eye.
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Lacrimal apparatusAnatomy of the lacrimal apparatus and its relations with other head structures.
Nasal region
The nasal region consists of two main structures: nose, which defines the center of the face; and nasal cavity, an air-filled space above and behind the nose.
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Lateral wall of the nasal cavityBones, cartilages and mucosa with focus on the lateral wall.
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Medial wall of the nasal cavityBones, cartilages and mucosa of the medial wall of the nasal cavity.
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Blood vessels of the nasal cavityArteries and veins of the nasal cavity.
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Nerves of the nasal cavityNerves found in and responsible for innervating the nasal cavity.
Ear
The ear is situated bilaterally on the Human head. It is the motherboard for somatic balance and hearing. It can be divided into the outer, middle and inner ear.
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Outer ear and auditory tubeOverview of the structures of the outer ear and auditory tube.
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Inner earOverview of the bony and membranous structures of the labyrinth.
Teeth
The teeth are anatomical structures that can be found in the oral cavity in both the upper and lower jaws.
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Overview of the teethOverview of all the maxillary and mandibular teeth.
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Teeth namesLearn the specific names of the adult teeth.
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Anatomy of the toothStructure of the tooth seen in cross section.
Oral cavity
The oral cavity is an important internal area of the head and is the first part of the digestive system. It also plays a significant role in communication.
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Overview of the oral cavityThe oral cavity is the first part of the digestive system.
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Structure of the tongueOverview of the structure of the tongue seen from cranial view of the dorsum.
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Muscles of the tongueOverview of the intrinsic and extrinsic muscles of the tongue.
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Neurovasculature of the tongueArteries, veins and nerves of the tongue.
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Lingual papillaeSectional block diagram showing the different lingual papillae.
Pharynx
The pharynx is a muscular column running between the oral cavity and the esophagus. Each pharyngeal structure, including muscles and vessels, will be seen here.
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Muscles of the pharynxOverview of the muscles of the pharynx and related structures.
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Pharyngeal mucosaPharyngeal mucosa and related structures.
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Blood vessels of the pharynxArteries and veins of the parapharyngeal space.
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Nerves of the pharynxNerves of the parapharyngeal space.
Neck
The neck is the part of the body that distinguishes the head from the torso or trunk. Many vital structures pass through this area of the body.
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LarynxCartilages, ligaments, membranes and muscles of the larynx.
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Vocal cordsDetailed anatomy of the vocal folds and surrounding structures.
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Muscles of the anterior neckOverview of the muscles which define the anterior neck.
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Triangles of the neckDetailed anatomy of the neck triangles.
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Compartments of the neckFascial layers divide the neck into compartments.
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Hyoid boneHyoid bone and neighboring structures.
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Thyroid and parathyroid glandsThyroid and parathyroid glands seen from the anterior and posterior views.
Nerves and vessels
The head and neck are comprised of many structures, supplied and innervated by the arteries, veins and nerves of this region.
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Pterygopalatine fossaA detailed view of the borders and neurovasculature contents of the pterygopalatine fossa.
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Cervical plexusStructure of the cervical plexus, including the cutaneous and muscular branches.
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Neurovasculature and lymph nodes of the neckArteries, veins, nerves and lymph nodes of the neck.