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Y2 LCRS Anatomy of the Head, Neck and Spine > oral cavity and upper GI tract > Flashcards

oral cavity and upper GI tract Flashcards

salivary glands: describe the anatomy of the major salivary glands (parotid, submandibular, sublingual), the course of their ducts and their autonomic secretomotor innervation

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3 pairs of salivary glands of buccal cavity, and whether serous or mucous saliva produced

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parotid (mainly serous), submandibular (mainly serous), sublingual (mainly mucous)

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PSNS innervation to parotid salivary gland

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IX

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PSNS innervation to submandibular and sublingual glands

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VII

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largest salivary gland pair and location

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parotid gland, just in front of ear

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journey of serous saliva produced by parotid gland

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passes through parotid duct and into mouth through opening by upper second molar, piercing cheek through buccinator muscle

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Y2 LCRS Anatomy of the Head, Neck and Spine (39 decks)

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