Midaxillary line
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The midaxillary line is a coronal line on the torso between the anterior axillary line
and the posterior axillary line
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It is a landmark used in thoracentesis
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Anterior axillary line
The anterior axillary line is a coronal line on the anterior torso marked by the anterior axillary fold.-External links:* http://www.meddean.luc.edu/Lumen/MedEd/MEDICINE/PULMONAR/apd/lines.htm...
and the posterior axillary line
Posterior axillary line
The posterior axillary line is a coronal line on the posterior torso marked by the posterior axillary fold.-External links:* http://www.meddean.luc.edu/Lumen/MedEd/MEDICINE/PULMONAR/apd/lines.htm...
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It is a landmark used in thoracentesis
Thoracentesis
Thoracentesis , also known as thoracocentesis or pleural tap, is an invasive procedure to remove fluid or air from the pleural space for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. A cannula, or hollow needle, is carefully introduced into the thorax, generally after administration of local anesthesia...
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External links
- http://www.meddean.luc.edu/Lumen/MedEd/MEDICINE/PULMONAR/apd/lines.htm