Posterior axillary line

Linea axillaris posterior

Definition

Posterior axillary line is an imaginary reference line which can be drawn on the posterior torso. It extends vertically downwards from the posterior axillary fold.

The posterior axillary line runs in parallel to the midaxillary and anterior axillary lines.

References

Text written by Muhammad A. Javaid, MD, PhD © 2023 IMAIOS.

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