Processes
The fascia which lines the deep surface of the Sternocleidomastoideus gives off the following processes:
- A process envelops the tendon at the Omohyoideus, and binds it down to the sternum and first costal cartilage.
- A strong sheath, the carotid sheath, encloses the carotid artery, internal jugular vein, and vagus nerve.
- The prevertebral fascia extends medialward behind the carotid vessels, where it assists in forming their sheath, and passes in front of the prevertebral muscles.
- The pretracheal fascia extends medially in front of the carotid vessels, and assists in forming the carotid sheath.
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