Essential and desired cervical anatomical structures requiring modelling as determined by clinical morbidity and post-mortem mortality analysis2
| Anatomical structure | Essential | Desired | No current indication |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arteries | Common carotid; external carotid; internal carotid; vertebral; subclavian | ||
| Veins | Subclavian | Internal jugular | External jugular |
| Nerves | Spinal cord | Brachial plexus; spinal nerves; cranial nerves; phrenic | |
| Bones | Vertebrae; clavicles; mandible | Base of skull | |
| Other | Muscle; skin | Larynx; pharynx; oesophagus; trachea | Lymphatics; thyroid gland |