Marginal mandibular branch of facial nerve lies in:
Correct Answer: Subplatysmal plane superficial to facial vein
Description: Branches and Distribution of facial nerve:
Within the facial canal
Greater petrosal nerve
The nerve to the stapedius
The chorda tympani
At its exit from the stylomastoid foramen
Posterior auricular
Digastric
Stylohyoid
Terminal branches within the parotid gland
Temporal
Zygomatic
Buccal
Marginal mandibular
Cervical
Key Concept:
The marginal mandibular branch of the facial nerve is found superficial to the facial artery and (anterior) facial vein. Thus, the facial artery can be used as an important landmark in locating the marginal mandibular nerve during surgical procedures.
Category:
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