Anterior Triangle of the Neck: Module 1 - Page 2 of 4
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| 🔍 Compartments |
The visceral fascial compartment - continued
| Using the Dissect tool, you will need to dissect away the thyroid gland to visualize the very small parathyroid glands. Now find the 3 visable parathyroid glands on this cadaver. Notice how integrated the parathyroid glands are within the thyroid gland. |
What is the most commom cause of hypoparathyroidism? |
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Removal during surgery for thyroid disease. |
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| Add the hyoid bone. | |
| Add the mandible. | |
| Add the clavicle and sternum. | |
| Add the recurrent laryngeal nerves. | |
| Add the thyroid cartilage. |