Fill in the blank: The clavipectoral fascia extends between pectoralis minor muscle and.
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Fill in the blank:
The clavipectoral fascia extends between pectoralis minor muscle and _____.
Axillary Artery:
The axillary artery is a continuation of the subclavian artery. Once the subclavian artery passes the level of the 1st rib, the vessel changes names to become the axillary artery.
Answer and Explanation: 1
The clavipectoral fascia extends between the pectoralis minor muscle and the subclavius muscle.
This fascia is present mainly to help protect the underlying structures such as the axillary artery, vein and nerve.
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