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AN32.1-2 | Introduction to Anterior Triangle

Learning Objectives

  • Describe the boundaries and subdivisions of the anterior triangle of the neck (AN32.1)
  • Describe and demonstrate the boundaries and contents of the muscular, carotid, digastric, and submental triangles (AN32.2)

INSTRUCTIONS

Work systematically through each sub-triangle. Use palpation landmarks (hyoid, thyroid cartilage, sternocleidomastoid) to anchor the anatomy.

References

  • Gray's Anatomy for Students — Head and Neck: Anterior Triangle (Textbook)
  • BD Chaurasia's Human Anatomy Vol. 3 — Neck (Textbook)
  • Last's Anatomy — Neck and Head (Textbook)

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