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Bilateral lingual-facial trunk: anatomic and clinical implications
T Troupis1, A Michalinos, J Kakisis
1Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece. ttroupis@gmail.com.
Folia Morphologica
|December 2, 2015
Summary
Bilateral lingual-facial trunks are rare anatomical variations. This case highlights their anatomical, clinical, and embryological significance, urging surgeons to consider this variation during procedures.
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Vascular Surgery
- Embryology
Background:
- The common origin of the lingual and facial arteries is a known anatomical variation.
- Bilateral lingual-facial trunks are exceptionally rare, with limited documentation in existing literature.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe and analyze a rare case of bilateral common lingual-facial trunk.
- To discuss the anatomical, clinical, and embryological implications of this vascular variation.
- To inform surgical practice regarding potential complications and necessary modifications in techniques.
Main Methods:
- Case report and literature review.
- Anatomical analysis of the identified variation.
- Discussion of embryological basis and clinical relevance.
Main Results:
- Detailed description of a unique case of bilateral common lingual-facial trunk.
- Analysis of potential impacts on surgical procedures in the head and neck region.
- Identification of implications for both elective and emergent surgical operations.
Conclusions:
- The bilateral lingual-facial trunk is a rare but significant anatomical variation.
- Surgeons must maintain a high index of suspicion for this anomaly.
- Preoperative awareness and consideration of alternative surgical approaches are crucial for patient safety.
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