MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

NEUROLOGY

MYOTONIC DYSTROPHY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What muscle is not part of the thoracic limb?
A
Brachiocephalicus
B
Deltoid
C
Pectoral
D
Triceps brachii
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The brachiocephalicus lies on the neck deep to the sphincter colli superficialis and platysma. It is a long, flat muscle that extends from intersection clavicularis between brachium and the head and neck. It contents on its deep part a claviuclar remnant.

Detailed explanation-2: -Answer and Explanation: The muscle that does not attach to the scapula is the latissimus dorsi.

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