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[Applied lingual nerve anatomy]
S A Kutia1, O Ya Yarovaya1, A S Suglobov1
1V.I. Vernadsky Crimean Federal University, Simferopol, Russia.
Zhurnal Nevrologii I Psikhiatrii Imeni S.S. Korsakova
|April 15, 2026
Summary
This review details the lingual nerve
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Oral Surgery
- Neurology
Background:
- The lingual nerve is crucial for tongue sensation and oral cavity structures.
- Understanding its anatomy is vital for surgical procedures and preventing nerve damage.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the topographic-anatomical and morphological characteristics of the lingual nerve.
- To present variations in lingual nerve anatomy and its clinical implications.
- To discuss clinical aspects related to lingual nerve injury.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature review of anatomical and clinical studies.
- Analysis of topographic-anatomical and morphological data.
- Synthesis of information on lingual nerve variations and injuries.
Main Results:
- Detailed description of the lingual nerve's course, branching patterns, and relations.
- Documentation of common and uncommon anatomical variations.
- Overview of potential causes and consequences of lingual nerve injury.
Conclusions:
- Accurate knowledge of lingual nerve anatomy and its variations is essential for clinicians.
- Awareness of potential injuries aids in prevention and management strategies.
- This review provides a comprehensive resource for understanding the lingual nerve in clinical practice.
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