Sites for Lymph Nodes Flashcards
1
Q
Name: - Axillary - Location: - Armpits -
A
Function: Drain arms and shoulder region; cancer cells
from breasts may be present
2
Q
Name: - Cervical - Location: - Neck -
A
Function: Drain head and neck; may be enlarged
during upper respiratory infections
3
Q
Name: - Inguinal - Location: - Groin -
A
Function: Drain legs and lower pelvis
4
Q
Name: - Mediastinal - Location: - Chest -
A
Function: Drain chest cavity