External Carotid Artery Collection

The external carotid artery, a vital component of the head and neck anatomy, is beautifully depicted in various artworks and medical scans

External Carotid Artery Collection: Human neck anatomy, artwork C017 / 7259

Human neck anatomy, artwork C017 / 7259
Human neck anatomy, artwork. This dissection of the neck shows the larynx (voicebox) at the upper end of the trachea (windpipe, blue)

External Carotid Artery Collection: Neck and head arteries, MRA scan C016 / 6449

Neck and head arteries, MRA scan C016 / 6449
Neck and head arteries. Coloured magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) scan of a normal carotid system of a 36 year old patient

External Carotid Artery Collection: External carotid artery, 3D CT scan C016 / 6341

External carotid artery, 3D CT scan C016 / 6341
External carotid artery. Coloured 3D computed tomography (CT) angiogram (blood vessel scan) of the head showing a normal external carotid artery (red, in neck) and its branches

Anatomy of human salivary glands

External Carotid Artery Collection: Head and neck anatomy, artwork C014 / 0511

Head and neck anatomy, artwork C014 / 0511
Head and neck anatomy, computer artwork. Arteries are red, veins are blue, nerves are deep yellow and lymph vessels are bright yellow

External Carotid Artery Collection: Head and neck anatomy, artwork C014 / 0512

Head and neck anatomy, artwork C014 / 0512
Head and neck anatomy, computer artwork. Arteries are red, veins are blue, nerves are deep yellow and lymph vessels are bright yellow

External Carotid Artery Collection: Head and neck anatomy, artwork C014 / 0509

Head and neck anatomy, artwork C014 / 0509
Head and neck anatomy, computer artwork. The skin is transparent allowing arteries (red), veins (blue), nerves (deep yellow) and lymph vessels (bright yellow) to be seen

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The external carotid artery, a vital component of the head and neck anatomy, is beautifully depicted in various artworks and medical scans. In the artwork C017 / 7259, we can observe the intricate details of the human neck anatomy, showcasing the external carotid artery in all its glory. The MRA scan C016 / 6449 provides us with a comprehensive view of the neck and head arteries, highlighting the significance of this particular blood vessel. For a more detailed examination, we turn to the 3D CT scan C016 / 6341 solely focused on capturing the external carotid artery. This scan allows us to delve deeper into understanding its structure and function within our bodies. Interestingly enough, while exploring human salivary glands' anatomy (as seen in multiple references), we come across connections between these glands and their blood supply through none other than our star subject -the external carotid artery. Such interconnections emphasize its crucial role not only in nourishing tissues but also supporting various bodily functions. To further appreciate its importance within female cardiovascular systems (depicted in artwork), we witness how this artery plays an essential role in maintaining overall health by supplying oxygenated blood to different regions of both head and neck areas. Through captivating artwork such as those found in C014 / 0511, C014 / 0512, C014 /0509 collections focusing on head and neck anatomy; one cannot help but marvel at how intricately designed our bodies are. These illustrations serve as visual aids that enable us to grasp complex concepts like that of the external carotid artery more easily. Whether it be through stunning artwork or advanced medical imaging techniques like CT scans or MRA scans; studying and appreciating structures like the external carotid artery allows us to gain valuable insights into our own body's remarkable design.