Computed Tomographic and Radiographic Studies of the Hyoid Skeleton in Dromedary Camels
Alhussain, A., Marzok, M., Al Mohamad, Z., Shousha, S., Nazih, M., El-Sherif, M. (2025). Computed Tomographic and Radiographic Studies of the Hyoid Skeleton in Dromedary Camels. EKB Journal Management System, (), 1-4. doi: 10.21608/ejvs.2025.384296.2837
Abdualaziz Alhussain; Mohamed A. Marzok; Zakriya Al Mohamad; Saad A. Shousha; Mohamed A. Nazih; Mohamed W. El-Sherif. "Computed Tomographic and Radiographic Studies of the Hyoid Skeleton in Dromedary Camels". EKB Journal Management System, , , 2025, 1-4. doi: 10.21608/ejvs.2025.384296.2837
Alhussain, A., Marzok, M., Al Mohamad, Z., Shousha, S., Nazih, M., El-Sherif, M. (2025). 'Computed Tomographic and Radiographic Studies of the Hyoid Skeleton in Dromedary Camels', EKB Journal Management System, (), pp. 1-4. doi: 10.21608/ejvs.2025.384296.2837
Alhussain, A., Marzok, M., Al Mohamad, Z., Shousha, S., Nazih, M., El-Sherif, M. Computed Tomographic and Radiographic Studies of the Hyoid Skeleton in Dromedary Camels. EKB Journal Management System, 2025; (): 1-4. doi: 10.21608/ejvs.2025.384296.2837

Computed Tomographic and Radiographic Studies of the Hyoid Skeleton in Dromedary Camels

Egyptian Journal of Veterinary Sciences
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Document Type: Original Article
DOI: 10.21608/ejvs.2025.384296.2837
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Authors
Abdualaziz Alhussain1; Mohamed A. Marzok2; Zakriya Al Mohamad3; Saad A. Shousha4; Mohamed A. Nazih5; Mohamed W. El-Sherif email orcid 6
1Department of Clinical Studies, College of Veterinary Medicine, King Faisal University, Al Ahsa 31982, Saudi Arabia
2Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, KSA.
3Department of Clinical Studies, College of Veterinary Medicine, King Faisal University, Al Ahsa 31982, Saudi Arabia.
4Department of Biomedical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, King Faisal University, Al Ahsa 31982, Saudi Arabia.
5Department of anatomy and embryology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, New Valley University,
6Department of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, New Valley University, Al kharga, New Valley 27511, Egypt.
Abstract
The primary objective of this study is to investigate the anatomical structure of the hyoid apparatus in dromedary camels using computed tomography (CT) and X-ray imaging techniques to provide a detailed understanding of its morphology and functional relationships. CT scans were performed on twelve camel cadavers’ heads to visualize and assess the hyoid apparatus. X-ray scans performed on twenty-five healthy live camels. The images were analyzed to determine bone composition, articulation points, and any anatomical variations compared to other large mammals. Both CT and X-ray imaging revealed the distinct components of the camel’s hyoid apparatus, including the basihyoid, stylohyoid, thyrohyoid, ceratohyoid, and epihyoid bones. Notably, the absence of a lingual process in the basihyoid bone was confirmed. CT images provided superior resolution of articulation points, while X-rays offered adequate overviews of bone structure. No pathological alterations were noted in the scanned specimens. CT scanning offers enhanced visualization of the camel’s hyoid apparatus compared to X-rays, allowing for more precise anatomical assessments. This imaging technique can facilitate clinical and surgical applications involving the head and neck of camels, supporting improved diagnosis and treatment planning.
Keywords
Anatomy; Camel; Hyoid bone; Pharynx; Surgery
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