The posterior triangle of the neck is bounded by the following Except
Correct Answer: Splenius cervicis
Description: Posterior Triangle
The posterior triangle is a space on the side of the neck situated behind the
sternocleidomastoid muscle.
Boundaries
Anterior: Posterior border of sternocleidomastoid
Posterior :Anterior border of trapezius
Inferior or base: Middle one- third of clavicle
Apex lies on the superior nuchal line where the trapezius And sternocleidomastoid meet
Roof : Investing layer
Floor: Formed by a prevertebral layer of deep cervical fascia covering
the following muscle: a. splenius capitisb. Levator scapulae; c.
Scalenus medius and occasionally scalenus posterior.
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