New perspectives on the surgical anatomy and nomenclature of the temporal region: Literature review and dissection study

Abstract

BACKGROUND:: Understanding of the temporal region remains confused, largely because of the ambiguous nomenclature. Aspects of the anatomy also remain unclear and are variably reported in the literature. The aim of this study was twofold: (1) to clarify details of the anatomy, using fresh cadaver dissections; and (2) to propose a standardized nomenclature that is based on recognized principles of nomenclature, contemporary use, and correct anatomical detail. METHODS:: A cadaver dissection study on 24 fresh hemifaces (13 male, 11 female; mean age, 72 years) was undertaken at the University of Melbourne to clarify the anatomy of the tissue layers and dissection planes of the region. A comprehen..