Reference lines
Lineae referentiae
Definition
There are various reference lines on the anterior abdominal and chest walls, which help in easy and symmetrical marking of surgical incisions. A few important reference lines have been enlisted below:
Anterior median line
Sternal line
Parasternal line
Midclavicular line
Mammillary line
Anterior axillary line
Midaxillary line
Posterior axillary line
Scapular line
Paravertebral line
Posterior median line
References