Course and Clinical Relevance of Hypoglossal Nerve

This short video gives detailed account of hypoglossal nerve / cranial nerve XII. The function of hypoglossal nerve is defined. The pathway of the hypoglossal nerve and its relation with the adjacent anatomical structures are explained using 3D animation that helps in visualization of the course of the nerve. The clinical test to determine the functioning of the hypoglossal nerve and the manifestations of the lesion of the hypoglossal nerve are elucidated in this video. 0:15 Introduction and function 0:35 Origin 0:44 Pathway 1:58 Test for hypoglossal nerve