What are the relations of the mammillary gland?
a. Posterior it rests on the deep pectoral fascia
b. Posterior it rests on the superficial pectoral fascia
c. Posterior to it is the pectoralis major muscle
d. Posterior to it is the serratus anterior muscle
e. Posterior to it is the pectoralis minor muscle
The correct answer is: e. Posterior to it is the pectoralis minor muscle
The mammillary gland (also known as the mammary gland) is located in the breast, and its relations are:
– Anterior: Skin and superficial fascia
– Posterior: Pectoralis minor muscle (which separates it from the pectoralis major muscle)
– Superior: Clavicle and subclavius muscle
– Inferior: Abdominal muscles (rectus abdominis and external oblique)
– Medial: Sternum and contralateral breast
– Lateral: Axillary region and serratus anterior muscle