Anterior Jugular Vein Flashcards

1
Q

Beginning

A

Just above hyoid by union of submental veins

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2
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Course

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  1. Descends in superficial fascia of neck near midline
  2. Reach suprasternal notch
  3. Shifts lateral deep to sternomastoid and in front of scalenus anterior
  4. Reach posterior triangle
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3
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End

A

Ends in EJV

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4
Q

Jugular arch

A

Both jugular veins are connected above sternum by jugular arch

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