Review of the external carotid plexus: anatomy, function, and clinical manifestations
- Author:
Shadi E. RAZIPOUR
1
;
Sina ZARRINTAN
;
Mansour MATHKOUR
;
Joe IWANAGA
;
Aaron S. DUMONT
;
R. Shane TUBBS
Author Information
- Publication Type:Review Article
- From:Anatomy & Cell Biology 2021;54(2):137-142
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
- Abstract: The external carotid plexus is a combination of postganglionic sympathetic fibers derived from the superior cervical ganglion. This plexus travels along the external carotid artery and continues onto the artery’s branches. The external carotid plexus plays an important role in innervating the mid and lower face. Therefore, implications to the plexus may result in facial abnormalities. Herein, we review the anatomy, function, and review its clinical applications.
