Upper Limb

Nerves Of The Upper Limb Question 1. Enumerate five main nerves that supply the upper limb. Answer. These are Axillary nerve Musculocutaneous nerve Radial nerve Median nerve Ulnar nerve Read Ad Learn More: Selective Anatomy Notes And Questions, And Answers "Understanding the anatomy of the nerves in the upper limb" Question 2. Describe the … [Read more...] about Nerves Of The Upper Limb Anatomy Notes

Vessels Of The Upper Limb Anatomy Notes Ulnar Artery  Ulnar Artery Origin Ulnar artery is the larger terminal branch of the brachial artery.  Ulnar Artery arises in the cubital fossa at the level of neck of radius 1 cm below the bend of the elbow. In the upper one-third, it runs obliquely, downwards and medially while in the lower two-third, it runs vertically … [Read more...] about Vessels Of The Upper Limb Anatomy Notes

The Hand Anatomy Bones Blood Supply Muscles Notes Question 1. Describe the palmar aponeurosis briefly and discuss its applied anatomy. Answer. The palmar aponeurosis is the thick central part of the deep fascia of the palm. It is triangular with its apex facing proximally and base facing distally. It overlies the superficial palmar arch, long flexor tendons, terminal part … [Read more...] about The Hand Anatomy Bones Blood Supply Muscles Notes

Back Of The Body And Scapular Region Notes Question 1. Give a brief account of the posterior axio-appendicular muscles. Answer. Axio-Appendicular Muscles are the muscles that attach the scapula to the back of the trunk. Axio-Appendicular Muscles  are arranged into two layers: Superficial layer Trapezius Latissimus dorsi Deep layer Levator … [Read more...] about Back Of The Body And Scapular Region Notes

Pectoral Region And Axilla Notes Question 1. What is a breast? Describe its structure in brief. Answer. The breast is a modified sweat gland (apocrine type). It is rudimentary in male and well developed in female at puberty. In adult female, it is seen as a soft hemispherical protruding organ one on either side in the pectoral region. Breast Structure The breast is … [Read more...] about Pectoral Region And Axilla Notes