The maxillary vein accompanies_______________?
Correct answer: A. First part of maxillary artery
- A. First part of maxillary artery
- B. Second part of maxillary artery
- C. Third part of maxillary artery
- D. None of the above
Explanation
The maxillary vein is related mainly to the first part of the maxillary artery within the parotid gland and joins the superficial temporal vein to form the retromandibular vein. This relationship distinguishes it from the pterygoid plexus surrounding the second part.
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