Unusual insertion of the levator scapulae muscle: a case report

• 영문명: Unusual insertion of the levator scapulae muscle: a case report
• 발행기관: 대한해부학회
• 저자명: Sang-Hyun Kim Hyung-Jin Lee
• 간행물 정보: 『Anatomy and Cell Biology』Vol.56(3), 398~400쪽, 전체 3쪽
• 주제분류: 의약학 > 의학일반
• 파일형태: PDF
• 발행일자: 2023.09.30

영문 초록

The current case report describes an uncommon insertion of the levator scapulae (LS), which broadly attaches tomultiple structures, including the serratus posterior superior, ligamentum nuchae, and the 6th and 7th spinous processes of the cervical vertebrae. The most superior portion of this aponeurosis merged with the ligamentum nuchae at the C7 level. The middle and inferior portions of the head were inserted (or fused) into the tendon of the rhomboid minor as well as the fibers of the serratus posterior superior muscle. Consequently, recognizing this anatomical variation, characterized by an additional slip of the LS attaching to the 7th vertebra and other muscular structures, is crucial not only for anatomists but also for surgeons performing procedures on the posterior neck related to cervical or shoulder pain and cervical dystonia.

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Levator scapulae Unusual insertion Accessory head Cervical dystonia