Deep parotid lymph node

System Immune/Lymphatic
SNOMED CT 279142004

Deep parotid lymph node

Definition

The deep parotid lymph nodes are lymph nodes found below the parotid gland. The afferents of the subparotid glands drain the nasal part of the pharynx and the posterior parts of the nasal cavities. Their efferents pass to the superior deep cervical glands.

Also known as deep parotid node — per UBERON

The Deep parotid lymph node is a part of the Immune/Lymphatic.

Also identified as