The posterior triangle and posterior muscles of the neck in 3-dimensions: creating a digital anatomic model using peer-reviewed literature, radiographic imaging, and an experienced medical illustrator

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Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Pub Date : 2025-03-01 DOI:10.1016/j.otot.2025.01.003

Gabriela A. Calcano BS , Dan C. Schmidtman MD , Mason J. Blue BA , Gabriel A. Hernandez-Herrera BS , Emilyn P. Frohn MS , Caitlin J. Vander Wert MA , Kathryn M. Van Abel MD , Jonathan M. Morris MD , Linda X. Yin MD

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Abstract

The posterior cervical triangle houses an important nodal basin in the spread of several cancers in the head and neck, particularly cutaneous malignancies of the scalp. A safe and effective Level V neck dissection necessitates thorough understanding of the neurovascular structures housed within the region. Conventional 2D anatomical representations offer insights into the named structures but fall short in illustrating the spatial relationships crucial in surgery. Here, we aim to develop an anatomically precise 3D virtual model of the posterior cervical triangle and its constituent structures. Musculature and neurovasculature were segmented from the computerized tomography (CT) angiogram of a healthy 29-year-old female. Literature review of cadaveric studies was performed to identify the most common variants, relevant surgical relationships, and usual dimensions of structures contained in the model. Both radiographic and anatomic data were used to inform the creation of a 3D model. This accurate 3D anatomical model will serve to supplement the education of practicing and aspiring head and neck surgeons.

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Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Medicine-Otorhinolaryngology

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期刊介绍： This large-size, atlas-format journal presents detailed illustrations of new surgical procedures and techniques in otology, rhinology, laryngology, reconstructive head and neck surgery, and facial plastic surgery. Feature articles in each issue are related to a central theme by anatomic area or disease process. The journal will also often contain articles on complications, diagnosis, treatment or rehabilitation. New techniques that are non-operative are also featured.