Parotid Gland
Introduction[edit | edit source]
The parotid gland is the largest of three paired major salivary glands. The salivary glands' primary function is to secrete saliva,
which plays an important role in lubrication, digestion, immunity, and the overall maintenance of homeostasis within the human body.[1]
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
Physiology[edit | edit source]
Vascular Supply[edit | edit source]
Lymphatic Drainage[edit | edit source]
Clinical Relevance[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Kochhar A, Larian B, Azizzadeh B. Facial nerve and parotid gland anatomy. Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America. 2016 Apr 1;49(2):273-84.