Head & Neck Anatomy - Blood Supply
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Which vein primarily drains the chin and submandibular region?

  • Deep lingual vein
  • Maxillary vein
  • Submental vein (correct)
  • Dorsal lingual veins
  • What is the primary function of an artery in the vascular system?

  • Filters blood before returning to the heart
  • Carries blood away from the heart (correct)
  • Carries oxygen to the tissues
  • Carries blood to the heart
  • What does the superficial temporal vein drain?

  • Maxillary region
  • Lateral scalp (correct)
  • Ventral surface of the tongue
  • Pharyngeal area
  • Which artery supplies the lower lip area including the muscles of facial expression?

    <p>Inferior labial artery (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the vascular system is primarily responsible for nutrient and gas exchange?

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

    Where does the internal jugular vein originate?

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

    What is the terminal branch of the facial artery?

    <p>Angular artery (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vein merges with the superficial temporal vein to form the retromandibular vein?

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

    What characterizes a venule in the vascular system?

    <p>It is a small vein that connects capillaries to larger veins. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch of the external carotid artery is considered the largest terminal branch?

    <p>Maxillary artery (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the external jugular vein?

    <p>Collecting blood from the head and neck (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes the function of the external carotid artery?

    <p>Supplies blood to the face and neck region (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do superficial veins differ from deeper veins in the vascular system?

    <p>Superficial veins are located immediately deep to the skin. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the facial vein connect before joining the internal jugular vein?

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

    Which vein is typically visible as it crosses the sternocleidomastoid muscle?

    <p>External jugular vein (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the existence of a capillary network in the vascular system?

    <p>To provide extensive surface area for exchange between blood and tissues (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artery supplies the upper lip area?

    <p>Superior labial artery (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The anterior jugular vein drains into which larger vein?

    <p>External jugular vein (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area is drained by the dorsal lingual veins?

    <p>Dorsal surface of the tongue (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of drainage do the veins of the head and neck primarily exhibit?

    <p>Larger and more numerous than arteries (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the venous drainage system play in the vascular system?

    <p>It returns deoxygenated blood back to the heart. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the function of the internal carotid artery?

    <p>It primarily supplies blood to the brain (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artery arises inferior to the temporomandibular joint and travels deep to facial structures?

    <p>Maxillary artery (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which veins drain specific areas of the lip?

    <p>Superior and inferior labial veins (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the external carotid artery primarily supply?

    <p>Extracranial tissue of the head and neck (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a set of branches of the external carotid artery?

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

    What is the first branch of the external carotid artery?

    <p>Superior thyroid artery (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artery supplies the tissue superior to the hyoid bone?

    <p>Lingual artery (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following branches is NOT a major branch of the facial artery?

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

    What does the sublingual artery supply?

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

    Where does the facial artery arise in relation to the lingual artery?

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

    Which artery supplies the submandibular lymph nodes?

    <p>Facial artery (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pathway of deoxygenated blood returning to the heart?

    <p>Right atrium to right ventricle via vena cava. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artery supplies blood to intracranial structures?

    <p>Internal carotid artery. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what anatomical landmark does the common carotid artery divide into the internal and external carotid arteries?

    <p>At the level of the thyroid cartilage. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do the common carotid and subclavian arteries originate on the left side of the body?

    <p>They arise directly from the aorta. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relative position of the internal carotid artery in relation to the external carotid artery?

    <p>The internal carotid artery travels more laterally. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the external carotid artery?

    <p>To supply blood to the face and neck. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the common carotid artery from the subclavian artery in terms of their origin on the right side of the body?

    <p>Both arise as branches from the brachiocephalic artery. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What anatomical structure does the common carotid artery travel lateral to as it ascends the neck?

    <p>Trachea. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    External Carotid Artery Branches

    The external carotid artery branches supply specific head and neck tissues with blood.

    External Carotid Artery Pathway

    The external carotid artery's route and locations of foramina (openings) are important for understanding blood flow.

    Oral & Dental Blood Supply

    Specific arteries supply blood to the teeth and tissues of the oral cavity.

    Internal Carotid Artery Branches

    The internal carotid artery branches supply specific parts of the brain and eyes.

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    Internal Carotid Artery Pathway

    The internal carotid artery has a specific location and route that's important to follow for blood in the head.

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    Venous Drainage System

    The venous system collects and returns blood from the head and neck to the heart.

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    Venous Return from Oral Cavity

    Blood from teeth and the oral cavity goes through a set route to the heart using veins.

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    Vascular System Components

    The vascular system is made of arteries, capillaries, and veins that move blood throughout the body—and lymphatic vessels.

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    Common Carotid Artery

    A major artery in the head and neck, supplying blood to the area; it branches into internal and external carotid arteries.

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    Internal Carotid Artery

    A branch of the common carotid artery, supplying blood to the brain.

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    External Carotid Artery

    A branch of the common carotid artery, supplying blood to the structures outside the skull.

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    Blood Flow (steps)

    Deoxygenated blood enters the heart, goes to the lungs to get oxygen, and then travels through the body.

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    Aorta

    The major artery that carries oxygenated blood from the heart to the body.

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    Brachiocephalic artery

    A major artery in the right side of the body, supplying blood to the right side of the head and neck.

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    Subclavian arteries

    Major arteries that supply blood to the arms and shoulders. Part of the main blood supply in the head and neck region.

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    Blood vessels in Head and Neck

    The major arteries in the head and neck, including the common carotid and subclavian arteries, distribute blood throughout the region.

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    Superior Thyroid Artery

    This artery supplies the thyroid gland and infrahyoid muscles.

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    Lingual Artery

    An anterior branch supplying the tongue, sublingual gland, and oral mucosa.

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    Facial Artery

    A major branch from the external carotid, supplying structures near the mouth, nose, and chin.

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    Submental Artery

    A branch of the facial artery supplying the submandibular lymph nodes, mylohyoid muscle, and submandibular salivary gland.

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    Sublingual Artery

    Supplies the mylohyoid muscle, sublingual salivary gland, and floor of the mouth.

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    External Carotid Artery and Oral Cavity

    The external carotid artery is crucial for supplying blood to the oral cavity and surrounding structures in the head and neck.

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    Anterior, Medial, Posterior, Terminal Branches

    These are categories used to categorize the blood vessel branches according to their position relative to the main external carotid artery.

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    Inferior Labial Artery

    This artery supplies blood to the lower lip area, including the muscles of facial expression, such as the oris muscle.

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    Superior Labial Artery

    This artery supplies blood to the upper lip area.

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    Angular Artery

    The terminal branch of the facial artery, it supplies blood to the lateral side of the naris ( nostril) of the nose.

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    Occipital Artery

    One of the two posterior branches of the external carotid artery. This artery supplies the back of the head.

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    Posterior Auricular Artery

    One of the two posterior branches of the external carotid artery. This artery supplies the area around the ear.

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    Superficial Temporal Artery

    The superficial temporal artery is visible under the skin covering the temporal region (sides of the head). It has several branches, including the transverse facial artery, middle temporal artery, frontal branch, and parietal branch.

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    Maxillary Artery

    The largest terminal branch of the external carotid artery supplying many branches that supply the structures of the face. It originates inferior to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ).

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    Internal Jugular Vein

    This major vein drains blood from the brain, head, and most neck structures.

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    Submental Vein

    Drains blood from the chin and submandibular region.

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    Dorsal Lingual Veins

    Collect blood from the upper surface (dorsal) of the tongue.

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    Deep Lingual Vein

    Drains blood from the underside (ventral) of the tongue, visible during an intraoral exam.

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    Superficial Temporal Vein

    Drains blood from the side of the scalp, located close to the skin.

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    Maxillary Vein

    A deeper vein that collects blood from the pterygoid plexus, merging with the superficial temporal vein.

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    Retromandibular Vein

    Formed by the merging of the maxillary and superficial temporal veins.

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    Study Notes

    Head & Neck Anatomy - Blood Supply

    • Overall Vascular System: The vascular system comprises arterial blood supply, a capillary network, and venous drainage.
    • Arterial Blood Supply: Arteries carry blood away from the heart.
    • Arterioles: Arteries branch into smaller vessels called arterioles.
    • Capillary Network: Capillaries facilitate the exchange of oxygen and nutrients with tissues.
    • Venules: Smaller vessels called venules collect blood from capillaries.
    • Veins: Veins carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.
    • Venous Drainage: Venous structures return blood to the heart.
    • Head and Neck Specifics: The head and neck region comprises a complex network of blood vessels, including specific arteries.
    • Common Carotid Artery: This artery is a branchless vessel that travels along the neck.
    • Internal Carotid Artery: This artery branches off the common carotid and supplies intracranial structures.
    • External Carotid Artery: The other branch of the common carotid is this artery, which is responsible for supplying extracranial structures of the head and neck..
    • External Carotid Branches: The external carotid artery has four main categories of branches: anterior, medial, posterior, and terminal based on their positions.
    • Branches of External Carotid: Branches of the external carotid supply tissues of the head and neck, including the oral cavity. Specific arteries are: Superior thyroid artery, Lingual artery, Facial artery, Posterior auricular artery, Occipital artery, Superficial temporal Artery, Maxillary artery.
    • Maxillary Artery: Another branch of the external carotid artery, it's crucial to dental, oral, and facial structures; these have further divisions that supply specific areas.
    • Venous Drainage Vessels: The head and neck area has specific veins that drain blood. These include the facial vein, retromandibular vein, internal jugular vein, and the external jugular vein. They all play a role in returning blood to the heart.

    Learning Resources

    • Illustrated anatomy textbooks include specific chapters related to vascular and lymphatic systems.
      • Chapter 6 (Vascular System): Pages 128-151
      • Chapter 10 (Lymphatic system): Pages 227-248

    Blood Flow

    • Deoxygenated Blood: Deoxygenated blood enters the heart through the vena cava.
    • Right Ventricle: The right ventricle pumps the deoxygenated blood to the lungs for oxygenation.
    • Pulmonary Artery: Pumps deoxygenated blood to the lungs.
    • Lungs: Lungs oxygenate the blood.
    • Oxygen-Rich Blood: Oxygenated blood returns to the heart through pulmonary veins.
    • Left Atrium: Oxygen-rich blood enters the left atrium.
    • Left Ventricle: The left ventricle pumps this blood into the aorta to the body
    • Capillaries: Capillaries allow for exchange of oxygen, nutrients, and waste.
    • Deoxygenated Blood Return: Deoxygenated blood flows back to the heart completing the cycle.

    Additional Notes

    • The data in the text focuses on the structure, function, and locations of various components within the head, neck, and related areas concerning arterial and venous systems.
    • Blood flow diagrams or images would be needed for a comprehensive understanding of the flow patterns involved.

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