Thyroglossal Duct Cyst
Thyroglossal Duct Cyst In this section, the anatomy of the upper midline of the neck is explored, and the embryology of the thyroid gland and associated anomalies is discussed through…
Percutaneous Dilatational Tracheostomy
Percutaneous Dilatational Tracheostomy Timothy Van Natta G. Patrick Kealey Percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy is now an accepted operative technique. There are two slightly different technical approaches to this procedure, which differ…
Tracheostomy and Cricothyroidotomy
Tracheostomy and Cricothyroidotomy Tracheostomy is necessary when long-term access to the airway for ventilatory support or respiratory toilet is required. This chapter describes formal tracheostomy; percutaneous tracheostomy (Chapter 4) is…
Introduction
Introduction The fascial spaces and anatomic triangles of the neck provide a good orientation to the complex anatomy of the neck. An understanding of the infrahyoid deep (or investing) cervical…
Laryngoscopy and Endotracheal Intubation
Laryngoscopy and Endotracheal Intubation Laryngoscopy, or visualization of the larynx, is performed for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. In this chapter, indirect (or mirror) laryngoscopy and the visualization of the…
Introduction
Introduction Although not strictly operative procedures, laryngoscopy and endotracheal intubation are frequently performed by surgeons. Accurate diagnosis and management of upper airway problems demand a thorough understanding of the anatomy…
Parotidectomy
Parotidectomy The parotid gland is divided into a superficial lobe and a deep lobe for purposes of surgical dissection. Because 70% to 80% of the parotid tissue lies in the…
Introduction
Introduction Facial incisions are designed to preserve facial symmetry and motion and to minimize scarring. To remove small skin tumors, make elective incisions in natural skin “wrinkle lines,” if possible…
Introduction
Introduction This anatomically complex region is presented in four sections: the face and parotid region (Chapter 1), endoscopy of the upper respiratory tract (Chapter 2), the midline of the neck…
