Submental lymph node

Definition

The submental lymph nodes (or suprahyoid) are situated between the anterior bellies of the Digastrici. Their afferents drain the central portions of the lower lip and floor of the mouth and the apex of the tongue. Their efferents pass partly to the submandibular lymph nodes and partly to a gland of the deep cervical group situated on the internal jugular vein at the level of the cricoid cartilage.

Also known as level Ia neck node, submental node — per UBERON

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

Also identified as

• SCTID 245318006 per UBERON