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Where does the axillary tail of spence blend with the axillary fat?
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?
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?
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?
Which group of axillary lymph nodes is between the pectoralis major and minor muscles?
Where do the axillary lymph nodes drain into the apical group?
Where do the axillary lymph nodes drain into the apical group?
Which level of axillary lymph nodes is located lateral to the pectoralis minor muscle?
Which level of axillary lymph nodes is located lateral to the pectoralis minor muscle?
What is the most common etiology of acute bacterial mastitis during lactation?
What is the most common etiology of acute bacterial mastitis during lactation?
What is a characteristic clinical feature of a stage of acute abscess in breast inflammations?
What is a characteristic clinical feature of a stage of acute abscess in breast inflammations?
How are internal mammary lymph nodes described in terms of their location?
How are internal mammary lymph nodes described in terms of their location?
What is the recommended treatment for breast inflammations before the development of an abscess?
What is the recommended treatment for breast inflammations before the development of an abscess?
