Thursday, April 26, 2007

Anatomy Tasks : The Neck

a. Review the anatomy of the typical and atypical cervical vertebrae. (Shanthini)
b. Review atlanto-occipital and atlanto-axial articulations. (Lawrence)
c. Review trapezius & sternocleidomastoid & their relation to investing fascia (John); Explain how they define the anterior & posterior triangles. (Chris)
d. Explain how anterior triangle is subdivided; describe it's clinical significance. (Madhura)
e. Outline the features of the viscera of the neck - thyroid gland, cervical trachea & cervical oesophagus. (Ji Keon & Vivian)
f. Outline the fascial compartments of the neck & their contents. (Sri)

Please Note!
Special task for Christine: (Deep Fascia Regions) - Demonstrate the surface anatomy of the temporal, infratemporal & deep styloid regions and indicate clinical situations when this knowledge may be useful.

John

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