Neck of the humerus
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Neck of the humerus can refer to:
- Surgical neck of the humerusSurgical neck of the humerusThe surgical neck of the humerus is a constriction below the tubercles of the greater tubercle and lesser tubercle.It is much more frequently fractured than the anatomical neck of the humerus. A fracture in this area is most likely to cause damage to the axillary nerve...
- Anatomical neck of humerusAnatomical neck of humerusThe anatomical neck of the humerus is obliquely directed, forming an obtuse angle with the body.It is best marked in the lower half of its circumference; in the upper half it is represented by a narrow groove separating the head from the tubercles....