An Atypical Anatomical Variation in Facial Nerve Position: Temporal Branch Lateral and Main Trunk Medial to the Retromandibular Vein in a Series of Three Cadaveric Cases With Clinical Implications

ABSTRACT Objectives The position of the retromandibular vein relative to the facial nerve branches can vary among individuals, adding a layer of complexity to surgical planning. In some cases, the vein may cross over or under certain nerve branches, necessitating meticulous dissection to avoid vascu...

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Published in:	Laryngoscope Investigative Otolaryngology
Main Authors:	Andrej Suchomlinov, Geoffroy Noel, Amir Moradi
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Wiley 2025-08-01
Subjects:	anatomical variation cadaveric case facial nerve retromandibular vein temporal branch
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1002/lio2.70233