Anatomy of the Scalp and Muscles
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Which structure provides a connection between the frontal and occipital bellies of the occipito frontalis muscle?

  • Aponeurosis of occipitofrontalis muscle (correct)
  • Connective tissue
  • Loose areolar connective tissue
  • Periosteum (pericranium)
  • What is the primary function of the occipito frontalis muscle?

  • Facilitates scalp mobility
  • Raises eyebrows (correct)
  • Regulates blood flow to the scalp
  • Protects the cranial bones
  • Which layer of the scalp is responsible for the formation of sebaceous cysts?

  • Connective tissue
  • Loose areolar connective tissue
  • Skin (correct)
  • Aponeurosis of occipitofrontalis muscle
  • Which anatomical landmarks define the anterior extent of the scalp?

    <p>Supraorbital margins (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What complication can arise from a skull bone fracture affecting the periosteum?

    <p>Localized hematoma (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artery originates from the back of the external carotid artery and supplies the scalp behind the auricle?

    <p>Posterior Auricular Artery (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Occipital Artery?

    <p>Supplying the back of the scalp (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following veins descends along its artery and can end in the internal jugular vein or the suboccipital venous plexus?

    <p>Occipital vein (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch of the Superficial Temporal Artery is responsible for supplying the scalp and divides into anterior frontal and posterior parietal branches?

    <p>Parietal branch (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vein unites with the posterior division of the retromandibular vein to form the external jugular vein?

    <p>Posterior auricular vein (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nerve specifically supplies the medial part of the upper eyelid, forehead, and anterior part of the scalp?

    <p>Supra-trochlear nerve (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the origin of the supra-orbital nerve?

    <p>Frontal branch of ophthalmic nerve (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nerve enters the orbit and supplies the frontal part of the temple?

    <p>Zygomaticotemporal nerve (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many sensory nerves supply the scalp?

    <p>Four (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the supra-orbital nerve emerge from?

    <p>Supra-orbital notch (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the origin of the third occipital nerve?

    <p>Posterior branch of the 3rd Cervical nerve (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscle is responsible for supplying the occipital belly of the occipito-frontalis muscle?

    <p>Post-Auricular branch of Facial nerve (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes the insertion of the middle fibers of the buccinator muscle?

    <p>Decussate at the angle of the mouth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure does the third occipital nerve supply?

    <p>Skin over the external occipital protuberance and upper part of the neck (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which anatomical feature primarily relates to the course of the post-auricular branch of the facial nerve?

    <p>Courses upward and backward behind the auricle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscle of the scalp is associated with elevating the eyebrows and producing forehead wrinkles?

    <p>Frontal bellies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes the origin of the occipital bellies?

    <p>Highest nuchal lines (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many arteries supply the scalp, and what is their characteristic entry?

    <p>10 arteries from the periphery forming connections (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nerve supplies the occipital bellies of the occipitofrontalis muscle?

    <p>Posterior auricular branch of the facial nerve (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the epicranial aponeurosis in relation to the occipitofrontalis muscle?

    <p>To serve as a strong attachment for the muscle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the origin of the Auriculotemporal Nerve?

    <p>Post. division of the mandibular nerve (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area is primarily innervated by the Great Auricular Nerve?

    <p>Skin behind the ear and lower part of the ear (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nerve is known to be the thickest cutaneous nerve in the body?

    <p>Greater Occipital Nerve (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Temporal Branch of the Facial Nerve?

    <p>Motor innervation to facial muscles (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the Lesser Occipital Nerve emerge from the sternocleidomastoid muscle?

    <p>Middle of the posterior border (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a distribution area for the Auriculotemporal Nerve?

    <p>Upper part of the orbicularis oculi muscle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the direction of the Great Auricular Nerve as it ascends?

    <p>Obliquely upwards and forwards (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What muscles does the Temporal Branch of the Facial Nerve primarily innervate?

    <p>Upper part of orbicularis oculi and auricularis anterior (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    What is the skin layer of the scalp?

    The outermost layer of the scalp, it's thick and contains hair follicles and sebaceous glands.

    What is the subcutaneous layer of the scalp?

    A dense layer of connective tissue housing the scalp's vessels and nerves, and containing lobules of fat.

    What is the epicranial aponeurosis?

    A strong, fibrous sheet that connects the frontal and occipital bellies of the occipitofrontalis muscle.

    What is the loose areolar connective tissue in the scalp?

    A thin layer of loose connective tissue that allows the aponeurosis to move freely over the skull.

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    What is the periosteum of the scalp?

    The inner layer of the scalp, tightly adhered to the skull bones, except at sutures.

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    Superficial Temporal Artery

    One of the two terminal branches of the external carotid artery, it ascends superficially to the root of the zygomatic arch and enters the scalp in front of the auricle. Branches of the superficial temporal artery supply the scalp, face, and temple.

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    Posterior Auricular Artery

    This artery originates from the back of the external carotid artery and enters the scalp behind the auricle. It supplies the scalp behind the ear.

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    Occipital Artery

    Originating from the back of the external carotid artery, this artery enters the scalp laterally to the external occipital protuberance. It supplies the back of the scalp.

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    Veins of the Scalp

    The superficial temporal vein, posterior auricular vein, and occipital vein drain the scalp. They run alongside their corresponding arteries.

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    Superficial Temporal Vein

    The superficial temporal vein merges with the maxillary vein to form the retromandibular vein.

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    Third Occipital Nerve

    A nerve that originates from the third cervical nerve and supplies the skin over the external occipital protuberance and upper part of the neck.

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    Post-Auricular Branch of Facial Nerve

    A branch of the facial nerve that controls the occipital belly of the occipito-frontalis muscle and the auricularis posterior muscle, which are involved in ear and scalp movements.

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    Buccinator Muscle

    A muscle located between the mandible and maxilla, plays a crucial role in chewing and facial expression.

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    Where does the buccinator muscle originate from?

    The location where the buccinator muscle originates from on the mandible.

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    Describe the insertion of the buccinator muscle.

    The movement of the buccinator muscle where upper fibers insert into the upper lip, lower fibers insert into the lower lip, and middle fibers cross at the angle of the mouth.

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    What do the Occipital bellies do?

    Occipital bellies pull on the epicranial aponeurosis, creating tension.

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    What is the action of the Frontal bellies?

    The Frontal bellies pull on the eyebrows, causing wrinkles on the forehead.

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    Which artery enters the scalp from the orbit?

    The Supratrochlear artery enters from the orbit and supplies the forehead and scalp.

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    Which artery emerges from the orbit?

    The Supraorbital artery also emerges from the orbit and supplies the forehead and anterior scalp.

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    What does the supra-trochlear nerve supply?

    The supra-trochlear nerve supplies the medial part of the upper eyelid, forehead, and anterior part of the scalp.

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    Which nerve supplies the middle part of the forehead and scalp?

    The supra-orbital nerve supplies the middle part of the upper eyelid, forehead, and scalp.

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    Which nerve supplies the frontal part of the temple?

    The zygomaticotemporal nerve supplies the frontal part of the temple.

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    Which nerves are included in the anterior group of scalp nerves?

    The anterior group of scalp nerves includes the supra-trochlear, supra-orbital, and zygomaticotemporal nerves.

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    Which nerves are considered part of the posterior group of scalp nerves?

    These nerves enter the scalp behind the auricle. While the details of these nerves are incomplete in this document, examples include various facial, occipital, and other nerves.

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    Auriculotemporal Nerve

    A sensory nerve originating from the posterior division of the mandibular nerve, it supplies sensation to the temporal region, ear, and ear canal.

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    Temporal Branch of Facial Nerve

    One of five terminal branches of the facial nerve, it provides motor function to muscles in the forehead and upper face.

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    Great Auricular Nerve

    A sensory nerve arising from the cervical plexus, it supplies sensation to a small area behind the ear, the lower part of the ear, and the skin over the parotid gland.

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    Lesser Occipital Nerve

    A sensory nerve originating from the cervical plexus, it supplies sensation to the upper half of the inner ear surface and the adjacent scalp.

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    Greater Occipital Nerve

    The thickest cutaneous nerve in the body, it originates from the posterior first ramus of C2 and provides sensation to a large part of the back of the scalp.

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    What are the 3 nerves responsible for the ear's sensory innervation?

    The three nerves that provide sensory innervation to the ear include the Auriculotemporal, Great Auricular, and Lesser Occipital nerves.

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    Which cranial nerve is sensory and which is motor in the temporal region and ear?

    While the Auriculotemporal nerve is sensory, the Temporal Branch of the Facial Nerve provides motor function to muscles in the forehead and upper face.

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    How do the Great Auricular Nerve and Temporal Facial Nerve relate to the parotid gland?

    The Great Auricular Nerve provides sensation to the skin over the parotid gland, while the Temporal Branch of the Facial Nerve is situated within the parotid gland itself.

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