The retromandibular vein is formed by_______________?
Correct answer: A. Superficial temporal and maxillary veins
- A. Superficial temporal and maxillary veins
- B. Superficial temporal and internal jugular vein
- C. Superficial temporal and supratrochlear
- D. Maxillary and posterior auricular
Explanation
The retromandibular vein forms within the parotid gland by the union of the superficial temporal and maxillary veins. Its anterior and posterior divisions later join other veins to form the common facial and external jugular veins.
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