5 Questions
How far does the mammary tissue extend from the clavicle above and the ribs below?
from the clavicle above to the seventh or eighth ribs below.
What is the general location of the protuberant part of the human breast?
overlying the second to the sixth ribs and extending from the lateral border of the sternum to the anterior axillary line.
What is the aim of performing a mastectomy?
to remove the whole breast.
What is the anatomical location of the axillary tail of the breast?
It extends from the midline to the edge of the latissimus dorsi posteriorly.
What is the surgical importance of the axillary tail of the breast?
It can sometimes be palpable and mistaken for a mass.
Test your knowledge on breast anatomy and disease investigation with this quiz. Learn about breast anomalies, the complexity of benign breast disease, and the anatomical location of the breast.
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