External Abdominal Oblique Flashcards
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External Abdominal Oblique (ORIGIN)
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External surfaces of ribs 5-12
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External Abdominal Oblique (INSERTION)
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Linea alba, pubic tubercle, anterior half of the iliac crest
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External Abdominal Oblique (INNERVATION)
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Thoracoabdominal nerves (T7-T11) and subcostal nerve (T12)
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External Abdominal Oblique (BLOOD SUPPLY)
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Superior and inferior epigastric arteries, intercostal arteries
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External Abdominal Oblique (ACTION)
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Compresses the abdominal cavity.
Flexes and rotates the trunk.
Supports abdominal viscera.
