Head & Neck · NEET PG Preparation Anatomy
Which of the following structures exits the cranial cavity via the foramen spinosum?
Practice question from Head & Neck (NEET PG Preparation Anatomy), with the correct answer and a step-by-step solution.
easy · MCQ · Q-47C5FB
Which of the following structures exits the cranial cavity via the foramen spinosum?
- A.Maxillary nerve
- B.Mandibular nerve
- C.Middle meningeal arteryCorrect answer
- D.Internal carotid artery
Solution
The foramen spinosum transmits the middle meningeal artery, the middle meningeal vein, and the meningeal branch of the mandibular nerve (nervus spinosus).
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