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Title: Anatomical Variations of Internal Jugular Vein as seen by “Site Rite II” Ultrasound Machine - an initial experience in Pakistani Population
Authors: Hameedullah , M. A. Rauf , F. H. Khan
Journal: Journal of Pakistan Medical Association
Publisher: Pakistan Medical Association.
Country: Pakistan
Year: 2001
Volume: 51
Issue: 3
Language: English
Abstract
Objective: To determine the anatomical variations of the internal jugular vein (IJV) in Pakistani adult population with the help of Site Rite II ultrasound machine.
Material and Method: The right IJV relation to the carotid artery was visualized at four different landmarks (angle of the mandible, thyroid cartilage, cricoid cartilage, and the supraclavicular area). Size of IJV in comparison to carotid artery was also seen.
Results: In 49 cases the IJV was found in aberrant relation to carotid artery at the angle of the mandible (p value
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