Superficial cervical fascia

System Integumentary
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Superficial cervical fascia

Definition

Superficial cervical fascia is a thin layer of subcutaneous connective tissue that lies between the dermis of the skin and the deep cervical fascia. It contains the platysma, cutaneous nerves, blood, and lymphatic vessels. It also contains a varying amount of fat, which is its distinguishing characteristic.

Also known as lamina superficialis fasciae cervicalis, superficial cervical fascia, superficial layer of cervical fascia, superficial layer of deep cervical fascia — per UBERON

The Superficial cervical fascia is a part of the Integumentary.

Also identified as