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HUMAN ANATOMY
Fifth Edition
Chapter 12
Surface Anatomy
Frederic Martini
Michael Timmons
Robert Tallitsch
Copyright © 2005 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Benjamin Cummings
Introduction
• Surface anatomy is the study of
anatomical landmarks on the exterior of
the human body.
• Practical applications:
– Medical examination in a clinical setting.
– Essential for both invasive and noninvasive
laboratory procedures.
• Anatomical observation:
– Estimating the location
– Palpating for structures
The Head and Neck
Figure 12.1a Anterior Head and Neck
The Head and Neck
Figure 12.1b The Posterior Cervical Triangle
The Head and Neck
Figure 12.1c The Anterior Cervical Triangle
The Thorax
Figure 12.2a The Anterior Thorax
The Thorax
Figure 12.2b The Posterior Thorax
The Abdomen
Figure 12.3a The Anterior Abdominal Wall
The Abdomen
Figure 12.3b The Anterolateral Abdomen
The Upper Limb
Figure 12.4a The Lateral Upper Limb
The Upper Limb
Figure 12.4b The Posterior Upper Limb and Thorax
The Arm, Forearm, and Wrist
Figure 12.5 The Arm, Forearm, and Wrist
The Pelvis and Lower Limb
Figure 12.6a Anterior Thigh
Figure 12.6b Medial Thigh
The Pelvis and Lower Limb
Figure 12.6c Gluteal Region and Posterior Thigh
The Leg and Foot
Figure 12.7a Anterior Leg and Foot
Figure 12.7b Posterior Leg and Foot