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What is the location of the anatomical neck in relation to the head?
What is the anatomical neck bounded by laterally?
What is the anatomical neck bounded by medially?
What is the characteristic of the anatomical neck?
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What can be said about the position of the anatomical neck relative to the rest of the bone?
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The anatomical neck is described as a narrow constriction. Where is this constriction located?
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What structures define the lateral boundaries of the anatomical neck?
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What structures define the medial boundaries of the anatomical neck?
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If a fracture occurs at the anatomical neck, which of the following structures might be directly affected?
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Which of the following statements best describes the anatomical neck of the humerus?
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Study Notes
Anatomical Neck
- The anatomical neck is very short in length.
- It is formed by a narrow constriction located immediately distal to the head.
- Laterally, the anatomical neck lies between the head and the greater and lesser tubercles.
- Medially, it lies between the head and the shaft.
Anatomical Neck
- The anatomical neck is a short structure.
- It is formed by a narrow constriction situated distal to the head.
- Laterally, the anatomical neck is located between the head and the greater and lesser tubercles.
- Medially, the anatomical neck is situated between the head and the shaft.
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Learn about the anatomical neck, its location, and its boundaries in relation to the head and shaft. Understand its formation and features.
