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Mnemonic

H-Zone of the Face Danger

Mnemonic for the danger zone of facial infection spread.

Anatomy Head and Neck
Expansion

Nose to lip to eye, an H shaped tie, infections here risk the brain nearby

Expansion

  • Danger area - nose, upper lip, and the region around the eyes
  • Risk - valveless venous connections allow spread toward the cavernous sinus