Chapter 2: The Breast Anatomy and Lymphatic Drainage
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Where does the axillary tail of spence blend with the axillary fat?

  • Along the lateral thoracic vessels
  • Behind the clavipectoral fascia
  • Through an opening in the axillary fascia (correct)
  • Between the pectoralis major and minor muscles
  • Which group of axillary lymph nodes is embedded in the axillary fat?

  • Lateral pectoral group
  • Anterior interpectoral lymph nodes
  • Central group (correct)
  • Apical group
  • How many lymph nodes are typically found in the axilla?

  • 10-15 lymph nodes
  • 30-40 lymph nodes
  • 20-30 lymph nodes (correct)
  • 50-60 lymph nodes
  • Which group of axillary lymph nodes is between the pectoralis major and minor muscles?

    <p>Anterior interpectoral lymph nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do the axillary lymph nodes drain into the apical group?

    <p>Behind the clavipectoral fascia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which level of axillary lymph nodes is located lateral to the pectoralis minor muscle?

    <p>Level I</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common etiology of acute bacterial mastitis during lactation?

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

    What is a characteristic clinical feature of a stage of acute abscess in breast inflammations?

    <p>Throbbing pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are internal mammary lymph nodes described in terms of their location?

    <p>Situated in the first three intercostal spaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for breast inflammations before the development of an abscess?

    <p>Antibiotic therapy and local heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

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