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Rare Neck Venous Anatomy Anomalies - A Case Report
Anchal Agarwal1, Nitin Bhola1, Anu Jose1
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Wardha, Maharashtra, India.
Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery
|August 26, 2024
Summary
Understanding rare neck venous variations is crucial for surgeons. Awareness aids in preventing complications during neck dissections and preserving vessels for microvascular anastomosis.
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Vascular Surgery
- Surgical Education
Background:
- Accurate knowledge of neck venous anatomy is vital for successful microvascular anastomosis and safe neck dissection.
- Variations in the jugular venous system can pose significant challenges during surgical procedures.
Observation:
- This report details three uncommon variations encountered in the jugular venous system.
- Case 1: A posterior tributary arising from the internal jugular vein (IJV).
- Case 2: An IJV with an unusually large diameter of 3 cm.
- Case 3: An aneurysm of the external jugular vein.
Findings:
- These anatomical variations, if unrecognised, could complicate neck dissections.
- Meticulous surgical technique was employed to navigate these variations.
- Vessels were successfully preserved for potential microvascular anastomosis.
Implications:
- Surgical teams must exercise caution when encountering anatomical variations in the neck.
- Careful dissection ensures patient safety and optimizes outcomes in complex head and neck surgeries.
- Enhanced anatomical understanding improves surgical precision and efficiency.
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