Axillary space | |
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![]() Axillary Spaces | |
Details | |
Function | Anatomic space through which contents leave the axilla. |
Identifiers | |
Latin | spatium axillare |
Anatomical terminology |
The axillary spaces are anatomic spaces.[1] through which axillary contents leave the axilla.[2] They consist of the quadrangular space, triangular space, and triangular interval. It is bounded by teres major, teres minor, medial border of the humerus, and long head of triceps brachii.[3]
They should not be confused with the true "axillary space" within the borders of the axilla.