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Anterior triangle of the neck
This region connects the head to the neck and thorax. It contains important structures for the maintenance of basic life functions: breathing, eating and drinking, speech production, blood supply and drainage to the head, and movement of the shoulder. It is organized into several sub-triangles, as well as a superficial/muscular plane and a deep/visceral plane.
Lateral cervical region
The lateral cervical region (also known as the posterior triangle of the neck) contains important structures that connect the head and visceral neck to the arm and thorax. Several layers of important fascia surround and define the triangle. Muscles related to this triangle are responsible for neck flexion, head rotation, head extension, and movements about the shoulder girdle. Many terminal portions of neurovascular bundles cross through it on their way to/from more distal targets of the neck and shoulder muscles and skin. Lymphatic drainage returns to the venous system in this area.
