Fig. 2From: Variations in external carotid artery branches and common carotid bifurcation level: a computed tomography angiography studyOrigin of STA: Images of the sagittal maximum intensity projection demonstrate changes in the origin of the STA in relation to the CCB's horizontal level. On the CCB horizontal level, a horizontal line is drawn. A STA emerges from ECA above the CCB's horizontal level. B STA arises at the CCB's horizontal level. C STA arises from CCA below the horizontal level of CCB. Superior thyroid artery (STA), common carotid bifurcation (CCB), external carotid artery (ECA), and common carotid artery (CCA)Back to article page