Anatomy of the Axilla
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What is the correct term for the uppermost point in a structure that has a defined apex, base, and four walls?

  • Base
  • Boundary
  • Floor
  • Apex (correct)
  • Which structure serves as the floor of the region described?

  • Scapula
  • Clavicle
  • Axillary fascia (correct)
  • First rib
  • Which boundary corresponds to the outer edge of the first rib?

  • Laterally
  • Posteriorly
  • Medially (correct)
  • Anteriorly
  • What forms the apex boundary of the region mentioned?

    <p>Middle third of the clavicle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes one of the walls of the structure based on the provided information?

    <p>Superficial fascia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is NOT supplied by the network of nerves formed by C5, C6, C7, C8, and T1?

    <p>Trapezius muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the five stages of the nerve network formed by C5, C6, C7, C8, and T1?

    <p>Roots, trunks, divisions, cords, branches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which anatomical structure is associated with the axilla and contributes to the upper limb's nerve supply?

    <p>Axillary vein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the network of nerves formed by C5, C6, C7, C8, and T1?

    <p>To provide motor and sensory innervation to the upper limb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscle is uniquely exempt from being supplied by the nerve network formed by C5 to T1?

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

    Study Notes

    Axilla

    • The axilla is a pyramidal shaped space that has an apex, a base and four walls
    • The apex of the axilla is bounded by:
      • The middle third of the clavicle (anteriorly)
      • The outer border of the first rib (medially)
      • The upper border of the scapula (posteriorly)
    • The base (floor) of the axilla is formed by skin, superficial fascia and axillary fascia
    • The axilla contains the axillary vein, axillary lymph nodes, axillary tail of the breast, and fatty tissue
    • The brachial plexus (network of nerves) is found in the axilla and is formed by nerves C5, C6, C7, C8, and T1
    • The brachial plexus supplies the entire upper limb except for the trapezius muscle
    • The brachial plexus has 5 stages:
      • Roots: located in the neck above the clavicle (supraclavicular part)
      • Trunks: located in the neck above the clavicle (supraclavicular part)
      • Divisions: located behind the clavicle (retro-clavicular part)
      • Cords: located in the axilla (infraclavicular part)
      • Branches: located in the axilla (infraclavicular part)

    Axillary Artery

    • The axillary artery is a continuation of the subclavian artery and begins at the lateral border of the first rib
    • The axillary artery changes its name to the brachial artery at the lower border of the teres major muscle

    Axillary Vein

    • The axillary vein lies along the medial side of the axillary artery and is a continuation of the basilic vein
    • The axillary vein begins at the inferior border of the teres major muscle
    • The axillary vein ends at the lateral border of the first rib, where it becomes the subclavian vein

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