Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1292216239
ISBN 13: 978-1-29221-623-2

Chapter 7 - The Nervous System - Review Questions - Page 303: 41

Answer

The prominent muscles that have been affected are the Sternocleidomastoid and Trapezius.

Work Step by Step

Sternocleidomastoid and trapezius are the muscles controlled by the accessory nerve. Due to the damage in the accessory nerve, the movement in these muscles has been reduced, and, so, muscle atrophy occurred in these muscles.
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