the armpit
The suffix for axillary is -ary.
Axillary nerve C5 and C6, a branch of the posterior chord of the brachial plexus
Bilateral axillary lymph nodes refer to lymph nodes located in the armpits on both sides of the body. These nodes play a crucial role in filtering and trapping harmful substances such as bacteria and cancer cells from the upper limbs, chest, breast, and upper abdomen. Swelling or tenderness in the bilateral axillary lymph nodes can be a sign of infection or disease.
Axillo-axillary anastomoses refer to the connections between the axillary arteries or their branches on both sides of the body, typically occurring in the region of the axilla (armpit). These anastomoses facilitate collateral circulation, which can be crucial if one of the main blood supplies is compromised. They are formed by branches of the subclavian artery and are important for maintaining blood flow to the upper limb.
The axillary region is also called the armpit or underarm.
Apical, axillary and extra axillary etc.
Axillary artery
Apical, axillary and extra axillary etc.
Ankle Aorta Arm Atlas Atria Axilla Axillary nerve Axillary artery Axillary vein Axis armpit
rectal is higher ;axillary is lower
Axillary dissection is utilized to stage breast cancer in order to determine the necessity of further treatment based on cancer cell spread. Additionally, axillary dissection includes removal and pathological examination of axillary lymph nodes.
Axillary region is in the waist and inguinal region is in the forelimb