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Tragicus[edit]

The tragicus is a small muscle located in the human ear. It is part of the group of muscles known as the auricular muscles, which are responsible for the movement of the external ear.

Anatomy[edit]

The tragicus muscle is situated on the outer ear, specifically on the tragus, which is the small pointed eminence of the external ear that is located in front of the concha. The muscle fibers of the tragicus run vertically and are attached to the cartilage of the tragus.

Diagram of the ear, showing the location of the tragus.

Function[edit]

The primary function of the tragicus muscle is to assist in the movement of the tragus. Although the auricular muscles, including the tragicus, are generally considered vestigial in humans, they can still contribute to subtle movements of the ear in some individuals. These movements can help in directing sound into the ear canal.

Clinical significance[edit]

The tragicus muscle is not typically involved in any major clinical conditions. However, its location and function can be of interest in certain surgical procedures involving the ear, such as otoplasty or reconstructive surgeries.

Related structures[edit]

The tragicus is one of several muscles associated with the auricle of the ear. Other related muscles include the helicis major, helicis minor, and the antitragicus. These muscles work together to provide movement to the external ear.

Muscles of the auricle, including the tragicus.

Related pages[edit]

References[edit]

Gray, Henry. Anatomy of the Human Body. 20th ed. Philadelphia: Lea & Febiger, 1918.
Standring, Susan, ed. Gray's Anatomy: The Anatomical Basis of Clinical Practice. 41st ed. Elsevier, 2016.

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-'''Tragicus''' is a term used in the field of [[medicine]] to refer to a condition or event that is characterized by severe distress, suffering, or disaster. The term is derived from the Greek word "tragikos", which means "pertaining to tragedy".
+{{short description|Muscle of the human body}}
+{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
-== Etymology ==
+== Tragicus ==
-The term "tragicus" is derived from the Greek word "tragikos", which means "pertaining to tragedy". The word "tragikos" itself is derived from "tragoedia", which means "goat song". This is because in ancient Greece, tragedies were often performed during festivals that involved the sacrifice of goats.
+The '''tragicus''' is a small muscle located in the human ear. It is part of the group of muscles known as the [[auricular muscles]], which are responsible for the movement of the external ear.
-== Usage in Medicine ==
+== Anatomy ==
-In the field of [[medicine]], the term "tragicus" is often used to describe a condition or event that is characterized by severe distress, suffering, or disaster. This can include a wide range of situations, from a sudden and unexpected medical emergency to a long-term, chronic illness that causes significant suffering and hardship.
+The tragicus muscle is situated on the outer ear, specifically on the [[tragus]], which is the small pointed eminence of the external ear that is located in front of the [[concha]]. The muscle fibers of the tragicus run vertically and are attached to the cartilage of the tragus.
-== Related Terms ==
+[[File:Gray906.png|thumb|right|Diagram of the ear, showing the location of the tragus.]]
-* [[Tragedy]]: A term used to describe a disastrous event or a series of unfortunate events that lead to distress and suffering.
-* [[Trauma]]: A term used to describe a physical injury or a severe emotional shock that causes significant distress or suffering.
-* [[Crisis]]: A term used to describe a sudden, unpredictable, and potentially dangerous event that requires immediate action to prevent a disaster.
-== See Also ==
+== Function ==
-* [[Medical terminology]]
+The primary function of the tragicus muscle is to assist in the movement of the tragus. Although the auricular muscles, including the tragicus, are generally considered vestigial in humans, they can still contribute to subtle movements of the ear in some individuals. These movements can help in directing sound into the ear canal.
-* [[Greek language]]
-* [[Medicine]]
-[[Category:Medical terminology]]
+== Clinical significance ==
-[[Category:Greek language]]
+The tragicus muscle is not typically involved in any major clinical conditions. However, its location and function can be of interest in certain surgical procedures involving the ear, such as [[otoplasty]] or reconstructive surgeries.
-[[Category:Medicine]]
-{{stub}}
+== Related structures ==
+The tragicus is one of several muscles associated with the auricle of the ear. Other related muscles include the [[helicis major]], [[helicis minor]], and the [[antitragicus]]. These muscles work together to provide movement to the external ear.
+[[File:Gray904.png|thumb|right|Muscles of the auricle, including the tragicus.]]
+== Related pages ==
+* [[Auricular muscles]]
+* [[Tragus (ear)]]
+* [[Human ear]]
+== References ==
+* Gray, Henry. ''Anatomy of the Human Body''. 20th ed. Philadelphia: Lea & Febiger, 1918.
+* Standring, Susan, ed. ''Gray's Anatomy: The Anatomical Basis of Clinical Practice''. 41st ed. Elsevier, 2016.
+[[Category:Muscles of the head and neck]]
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+File:Gray906.png
+File:Gray904.png
+</gallery>