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Bilateral anomaly of the semispinalis capitis muscle
H H Celik1, M Aktekin, M Sargon
1Department of Anatomy, Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Turquie.
Morphologie : Bulletin De L'Association Des Anatomistes
|March 1, 1997
Summary
A rare bilateral variation of the semispinalis capitis muscle was found in a male cadaver. This anatomical anomaly has not been previously reported in scientific literature.
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Morphology
Background:
- The semispinalis capitis muscle is a deep muscle of the back, part of the transversospinalis group.
- It plays a role in extending and rotating the head and neck.
Observation:
- Bilateral anatomical variation of the semispinalis capitis muscle was identified during a routine cadaver dissection.
- The variation was observed in a 48-year-old male cadaver.
Findings:
- This represents a unique case of bilateral semispinalis capitis muscle anomaly.
- A thorough literature review found no prior documented instances of this specific variation.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of recognizing anatomical variations in surgical and diagnostic procedures.
- Contributes to the understanding of human musculoskeletal system variability.
- May necessitate re-evaluation of anatomical descriptions and diagnostic criteria.