The ascending colon constitutes one of the 4 main sections of the colon which in turn is a component of the large intestine. It takes feces superiorly from the cecum across the right section of the abdomen into the transverse colon. Bacteria present in the ascending colon help digest the fecal matter which is passing… Continue reading Ascending Colon
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Thyroid Cartilage
The thyroid cartilage is the uppermost and the biggest amongst the 8 other cartilages that constitute the laryngeal skeleton, which in turn is a cartilaginous structure present in and around the wind pipe or the trachea that contains the larynx or the voice box. It may be noted that cartilages are not bones, but partially… Continue reading Thyroid Cartilage
Veins in the Arm – Anatomy and Abnormalities
As per their relative depths from the surface of the skin, the veins in the arms are classified into 2 types, i.e., superficial veins and deep veins. The superficial veins occur between the 2 superficial fascia layers, just underneath the integument, and include the basilic, cephalic, and median cubital veins. The cephalic vein is considered… Continue reading Veins in the Arm – Anatomy and Abnormalities
Why is the Hyoid Bone Unique?
The hyoid bone refers to a bone located in the front middle section of the neck, between the thyroid cartilage and the chin. The name has its origins in the Greek word ‘hyoeides’ which means shaped like the Greek letter ‘υ’ (upsilon). It is shaped like a horseshoe and is one of the few bones… Continue reading Why is the Hyoid Bone Unique?