The relationship between the spinal accessory nerve and internal jugular vein is important
for modified neck dissection surgery. Therefore, the aim of this review was to investigate …

Background: The internal jugular vein (IJV) is a vascular structure that is responsible for the
venous drainage of both the head and neck and is commonly found posterior to the internal …

The internal jugular veins (IJV) are the primary venous outflow channels of the head and
neck. The IJV is of clinical interest since it is often used for central venous access. This …

Historical studies of the anatomy of the spinal accessory nerve (SAN) have reported
conflicting results regarding its relationship with the internal jugular vein (IJV). A literature …

Objective To understand the variations and normal course of the accessory nerve (CNXI) to
help more accurate and confident neck dissection. Methods The course of the CNXI in the …

Background: Comprehensive knowledge of the internal jugular vein (IJV) regarding its
anatomical variations and the pattern of its course is valuable for preventing unexpected …

Central line placement in the internal jugular vein (IJV) can result in complications. Previous
studies that examined variations in geometric anatomical parameters in pediatric …

The internal jugular vein (IJV) is considered one of the prominent veins of the neck. It
corresponds to the continuation of the sigmoid sinus and joins the subclavian vein to form …

Neck dissection (ND) is a major surgery for head and neck cancer. Currently, some or all of
the spinal accessory nerve (SAN), sternocleidomastoid muscle, and internal jugular vein …

Variations in the anatomy of venous structures in the neck are not uncommon, but
fenestrations are extremely unusual. Here, we report a rare case of the spinal accessory …