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axillary

axillary

1 9.6
In or near the armpit under the arm
  • adjective
  • /ˈæksɪˌlɛri/
  • Specialized
translation icon : axilar
  • During the physical examination, the physician noted tenderness in the axillary area.
  • axillary nerve
  • axillary node
  • axillary dissection

Examples

  • Patients were reevaluated clinically before surgery to ensure no return of axillary nerve function.

    Academic text (2015)

  • What are the indications for axillary dissection in patients with operable breast cancer?

    Academic text (1993)

  • The difficulty with these lesser axillary procedures is the management of the remaining nodes.

    Academic text (1993)

  • Several monkeys developed a rash on the face, in the groin, and in the axillary region.

    Academic text (1995)

  • However, axillary dissection or even clearance is not without possible adverse effects.

    Academic text (2012)

  • NICE advocates that axillary management is important to reduce the risk of local recurrence and enhance survival.

    Academic text (2012)

  • While most recover spontaneously over the subsequent three to four months, some experience persistent axillary neuropathy.

    Academic text (2015)

  • In invasive breast cancer, axillary lymph node assessment is crucial to staging.

    Academic text (2012)

  • The doctor examined the patient's axillary region for any signs of swelling.

  • The nurse checked the axillary temperature of the patient using a thermometer.

Compounds

axillary artery
  • Specialized
6.5

A large blood vessel that passes through the armpit and carries blood to the arm

axillary cavity
  • Specialized
6.4

The hollow under the arm near the shoulder, often called the armpit

axillary fossa
  • Specialized
7.3

A hollow area under the arm near the shoulder

axillary node
  • Specialized
6.7

A small body part in the armpit that helps fight infections in the arm, chest, and neck

axillary vein
  • Specialized
5.5

A large blood vessel in the armpit that carries blood from the arm toward the heart

Surface Forms

axillary positive

Morphology

axillary = axilla (opaque) = axill + ary

The base word 'axilla' is a technical anatomical term not known to most learners, so the derivation is opaque.

Etymology

Axillary comes from the Latin axilla, which means 'armpit'. So axillary describes things that are in or near the armpit, like lymph nodes or where you apply deodorant.