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KMID : 1237720210540020137
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Anatomy & Cell Biology
2021 Volume.54 No. 2 p.137 ~ p.142
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Review of the external carotid plexus: anatomy, function, and clinical manifestations
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Razipour Shadi E.
Zarrintan Sina
Mathkour Mansour
Iwanaga Joe
Dumont Aaron S.
Tubbs R. Shane
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Abstract
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The external carotid plexus is a combination of postganglionic sympathetic fibers derived from the superior cervical ganglion. This plexus travels along the external carotid artery and continues onto the artery’s branches. The external carotid plexus plays an important role in innervating the mid and lower face. Therefore, implications to the plexus may result in facial abnormalities. Herein, we review the anatomy, function, and review its clinical applications.
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KEYWORD
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External carotid plexus, Anatomy, General surgery, Sympathetic fiber, External carotid artery
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