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Axillary region

Regio axillaris

Definition

Muhammad A. Javaid

The axillary region is a pyramid-shaped anatomical space located beneath the shoulder joint. It serves as the junction between the upper limb and the thorax.

For a detailed explanation of its anatomical boundaries and key neurovascular contents, refer to the description of the axilla.

References

  • Gordon, A. and Alsayouri, K. Anatomy, Shoulder and Upper Limb, Axilla. [Updated 2022 Jul 25]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2022 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK547723/

  • Drake, R.L., Vogl, A.W. and Mitchell, A.W.M. (2009). ‘Chapter 7: Upper Limb’ in Gray’s anatomy for Students. (2nd ed.) Philadelphia PA 19103-2899: Elsevier, pp. 684-710.

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