Anatomy of Cervical Lymph Nodes Level iii & Clinical Importance Level III lymph nodes, also known as the middle jugular nodes, are located in the neck, specifically around the middle third of the internal jugular vein. They are situated between the hyoid bone superiorly and the cricoid cartilage inferiorly. These nodes are a common site for metastatic spread from head and neck cancers. | Dr. Najeeb