In a few cases the lower parathyroids were situated higher up in the neck, obviously because of a failure of descent during the embryologic development. In view of the number of supernumerary glands and their location, it is concluded that wide excision of fat tissue surrounding the parathyroid...
As you can see, the regions of the human body are extremely complex. Starting from the top, the head allows you to gather information via sensorial structures, but not only, while the brain integrates and controls everything via the nervous system. The head rests on the neck, which provide...
Explore comprehensive human anatomy resources with our table of contents. Find detailed information on body systems, organs, and structures for students, professionals, and enthusiasts.
human penisThe human penis.(more) The human penis is anatomically divided into two continuous areas—the body, or external portion, and the root. The root of the penis begins directly below the bulbourethral glands with a long cylindrical body of tissue known as the corpus spongiosum (or co...
The neck also harbors four major structures deep within; two organs and two tubes or passageways. They are named as follows: Thyroid gland Parathyroid glands Pharynx Larynx The two glands are responsible for the normal endocrine homeostasis of the body. The pharynx is a muscular passageway for...
ENT anatomy: MRI of the face and neck - interactive atlas of human anatomy using cross-sectional imaging Antoine MICHEAU, MD , Denis HOA, MD Authors affiliations Publication date: Aug 8, 2008 | Last update: Oct 2, 2024 https://doi.org/10.37019/e-anatomy/176 ISSN 2534-5079 We ...
Anterolateral:thyroidThyroidThe thyroid gland is one of the largest endocrine glands in the human body. The thyroid gland is a highly vascular, brownish-red gland located in the visceral compartment of the anterior region of the neck.Thyroid Gland: Anatomy ...
- New Systems Overview section featuring brand-new, full-body views of surface anatomy, vessels, nerves, and lymphatics. - More than 25 new illustrations by Dr. Machado, including the clinically important fascial columns of the neck, deep veins of the leg, hip bursae, and vasculature of the...
Tail of pancreas Spleen Female reproductive organs: Uterus Fallopian tubes Ovaries Secondarily retroperitoneal 2nd–4th parts of the duodenum Head, neck , and body of pancreas Ascending colon Descending colon Upper rectum Primary retroperitoneal Kidneys Ureters Adrenal/suprarenal glands Abd...
Frank H. Netter, MD, Atlas of Human Anatomy, Fifth Edition, Saunders - Elsevier, Chapter 1 Head and Neck, Subchapter 6 Oral Region, Guide Head and Neck: Oral Region - Salivary Glands, Page 35 and 36. Salivary Gland Problems. WebMD, LLC. http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/guide/salivar...