Brachial Plexus Question 1. Describe the brachial plexus under the following headings: (a) formation, (b) components, (c) location, (d) branches, and (e) applied anatomy. Answer. Brachial Plexus Formation "Understanding the brachial plexus through FAQs: Composition, functions, and uses explained" Brachial Plexus is formed by the ventral primary rami of C5, C6, C7, C8, … [Read more...] about Brachial Plexus
Axillary Artery
Axillary Artery Question 1. Describe the axillary artery briefly. Answer. Axillary Artery Source and extent Axillary Artery is a continuation of the subclavian artery into the axilla. Axillary Artery extends from the outer border of the 1st rib to the inferior border of the teres major. "Understanding the axillary artery through FAQs: Anatomy, branches, and … [Read more...] about Axillary Artery
Axillary Vein
Axillary Vein Question 1. Describe the axillary vein briefly. Answer. Axillary Vein Source and extent Axillary Vein begins at the lower border of the teres major by the union of the basilic vein and the venae comitantes of the brachial artery. Axillary Vein runs upwards and medially to continue as the subclavian vein at the outer border of the 1st … [Read more...] about Axillary Vein
Pectoralis Major Muscle
Pectoralis Major Muscle Question 1. Enumerate the muscles of the pectoral region. Answer. Pectoralis major Pectoralis minor Subclavius Question 2. Give the origin, insertion, nerve supply, and actions of the pectoralis major muscle. Answer. Pectoralis Major Muscle Origin Clavicular head: From the anterior surface of the medial 1/2 of the clavicle. … [Read more...] about Pectoralis Major Muscle
Spaces Of Hand And Forearm
Spaces Of Hand And Forearm Question 1. What is the dorsal subaponeurotic space? Give it its applied importance. Answer. The dorsal subaponeurotic space lies between the aponeurotic sheath and the dorsal surfaces of medial four metacarpals and the dorsal interossei. On the dorsum of the hand, the extensor tendons of the fingers are bound to one another by oblique bands … [Read more...] about Spaces Of Hand And Forearm