Anatomy: Axilla and its Boundaries
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What structures form the anterior wall of the axilla?

  • Teres major, latissimus dorsi, subscapularis
  • Axillary artery, axillary vein, brachial plexus
  • Coracobrachialis, short head of biceps brachii, humerus
  • Pectoralis major, clavipectoral fascia, pectoralis minor (correct)
  • What is the continuation of the axillary artery?

  • Subclavian artery
  • Inferior vena cava
  • Superior vena cava
  • Brachial artery (correct)
  • Which part of the axillary artery gives rise to 3 branches?

  • Posterior/deep part
  • Proximal/superior part
  • Distal/inferior part (correct)
  • Outer border of 1st rib
  • Where does the lateral wall of the axilla converge with the anterior and posterior walls?

    <p>At the upper part of serratus anterior muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is found in the contents of the axilla?

    <p>Coracobrachialis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What forms the posterior wall of the axilla?

    <p>Teres major, latissimus dorsi, subscapularis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common site for boils according to the given text?

    <p>Axilla</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area of the body do axillary lymph nodes drain according to the text?

    <p>Upper limb, breast, and anterior and posterior body walls above umbilicus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most severe paralysis related to the brachial plexus birth injury according to the text?

    <p>Global total brachial plexus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes Klumpke's paralysis according to the text?

    <p>Undue abduction of arm/birth injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscle is mainly affected in Erb's paralysis according to the given text?

    <p>Biceps brachii</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What deformity is associated with injury to the nerve to serratus anterior according to the text?

    <p>Winging of scapula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Axilla Structure

    • The anterior wall of the axilla is formed by the pectoralis major muscle, pectoralis minor muscle, and subclavius muscle.
    • The lateral wall of the axilla converges with the anterior and posterior walls at the anterior axillary fold.

    Axillary Artery

    • The axillary artery is a continuation of the subclavian artery.
    • The part of the axillary artery that gives rise to 3 branches is the second part.

    Axilla Contents

    • The axilla contains the axillary artery, axillary vein, and brachial plexus.

    Axilla Walls

    • The posterior wall of the axilla is formed by the subscapularis muscle, teres minor muscle, and teres major muscle.

    Clinical Notes

    • Boils are most commonly found in the axillary region.
    • Axillary lymph nodes drain the upper limb, except for the hand.
    • The most severe paralysis related to the brachial plexus birth injury is Erb's paralysis.
    • Klumpke's paralysis is caused by injury to the lower trunk of the brachial plexus.
    • Erb's paralysis mainly affects the deltoid muscle.
    • Injury to the nerve to serratus anterior leads to a "winged scapula" deformity.

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    This quiz covers the anatomical details of the axilla, including its boundaries, such as the apex, anterior, posterior, and medial walls, and the structures that contribute to these boundaries. It also discusses the layers and fascia of the axilla.

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