Areas of the Head - TeachMeAnatomy
WEBThe areas of the head include: the scalp, the infratemporal fossa, the pterygopalatine fossa, and the cranial fossae. Overlying the cranial bones, the scalp consists of 5 layers: skin, connective tissue (dense), aponeurosis, loose connective tissue and the periosteum.
Anatomy Of The Human Head - TeachMeAnatomy
WEBExplore detailed information on the anatomy of the human head, including bones, muscles, nerves, organs, and joints. Ideal for medical education.
The Scalp - Layers - Innervation - Blood Supply - TeachMeAnatomy
WEBNov 22, 2020 · The scalp refers to the layers of skin and subcutaneous tissue that cover the bones of cranial vault. In this article, we shall look at the anatomy of the scalp – its layers, neurovascular supply, and any clinical correlations.
Anterior Cranial Fossa - Boundaries - Contents - TeachMeAnatomy
WEBAug 29, 2024 · The anterior cranial fossa is the most shallow and superior of the three cranial fossae. It lies superiorly over the nasal and orbital cavities. The fossa accommodates the anteroinferior portions of the frontal lobes of the brain.
The Cranial Fossae - TeachMeAnatomy
WEBDevelopment of the Head and Neck Development of the Pituitary, Tongue and Thyroid. by Sam Barnes
Middle Cranial Fossa - Boundaries - Contents - TeachMeAnatomy
WEBMay 21, 2024 · It is said to be “butterfly shaped”, with a middle part accommodating the pituitary gland and two lateral parts accommodating the temporal lobes of the brain. In this article, we shall look at the borders, contents and clinical correlations of …
Major Arteries of the Head and Neck - Carotid - TeachMeAnatomy
WEBJul 29, 2024 · The head and neck receives the majority of its blood supply through the carotid and vertebral arteries. In this article, we shall look at the anatomy of the arterial supply to the head and neck – its anatomical course, branches, and clinical correlations.
Lymphatic Drainage of the Head and Neck - TeachMeAnatomy
WEBAug 19, 2023 · The lymphatic system is a network of vessels and nodes which acts to drain lymphatic fluid from the tissues and return it to the circulation. In this article, we shall look at the anatomy of the lymphatic drainage of the head and neck – the lymph vessels, nodes and their clinical relevance.
The Infratemporal Fossa - Borders - Contents - TeachMeAnatomy
WEBSep 30, 2024 · The infratemporal fossa is a complex area located at the base of the skull, deep to the masseter muscle. It is closely associated with both the temporal and pterygopalatine fossae and acts as a conduit for neurovascular structures entering and leaving the cranial cavity.
Bones of the Foot - Tarsals - Metatarsals - TeachMeAnatomy
WEBJul 16, 2023 · In the distal row, there are four tarsal bones – the cuboid and the three cuneiforms. These bones articulate with the metatarsals of the foot. The cuboid is furthest lateral, lying anterior to the calcaneus and behind the fourth and fifth metatarsals. As its name suggests, it is cuboidal in shape.