22 Questions
Where does the axillary tail run along?
Inferior lateral edge of the pectoralis major
Which part of the body is the axillary tail smaller compared to?
Pectoralis major
What direction does the axillary tail point towards?
Axillary fossa
What is the anatomical term for the region where the axillary tail runs towards?
Axillary fossa
Where does the mammary branch originate from?
Anterior intercostal artery
To where do the veins of the breast drain?
Axillary and internal thoracic veins
What is the main venous drainage route of the breast?
Axillary and internal thoracic veins
From where do the veins draining the breast receive blood supply primarily?
Corresponding arteries of the breast
What is the function of the breast described in the text?
Attachment point for suspensory ligaments
Which structure separates the breast from the pectoral fascia?
Loose connective tissue
What is the purpose of the retromammary space?
To provide a gap between breast and pectoral fascia
What is the main role of the suspensory ligaments in relation to the breast?
Support and lift the breast
What is the composition of the nipple at the center of the breast?
Smooth muscle fibers
Which type of muscle fibers are predominantly found in the nipple?
Smooth muscle fibers
What is the main type of tissue that makes up the nipple?
Smooth muscle fibers
Which type of tissue forms the bulk of the nipple's composition?
Smooth muscle fibers
What type of muscle fibers are primarily present in the central part of the breast's nipple?
Smooth muscle fibers
What is the function of the connective tissue stroma?
Supporting structure surrounding mammary glands
Which structure does the connective tissue stroma surround?
Mammary glands
What is the main role of the connective tissue stroma in relation to mammary glands?
Providing structural support
Which of the following is NOT a function of the connective tissue stroma surrounding mammary glands?
Conducting nerve impulses
If the connective tissue stroma is damaged, what is likely to be affected?
Support for mammary glands
Learn about the connective tissue stroma, a supporting structure that surrounds the mammary glands. Test your knowledge on this important component of breast anatomy.
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