Anatomy Surgical excision of parotid gland endangers which of the following structures: A Hypoglossal nerve B Motor nerve of the muscles of mastication C External carotid artery, auriculotemporal nerve, facial nerve D Lesser occipital nerve and spinal accessory nerve 💡 Explanation Surgical excision of parotid gland endangers which of the following structures: ✓ Correct Answer: C. External carotid artery, auriculotemporal nerve, facial nerve