Suspensory ligament of axilla
Not to be confused with the suspensory ligaments of Cooper.
| Suspensory ligament of axilla | |
|---|---|
| Details | |
| Latin | Ligamentum suspensorium axillae |
| Identifiers | |
| TA | A04.6.03.003 |
| FMA | 37414 |
| Anatomical terminology | |
The suspensory ligament of axilla, or Gerdy's ligament, is a suspensory ligament that connects the clavipectoral fascia to the axillary fascia. This union shapes the axilla (underarm).[1]
References
- ↑ The American Heritage Medical Dictionary (Revised edition of 2nd ed.). Houghton Mifflin Company. 2007. ISBN 9780618824359. OCLC 71223299. Retrieved 2 October 2012.