skin of scapula region

A zone of skin that is above the scapula in the upper back region.

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Type Organ
Parent Structure upper back skin

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the skin of scapula region?

The skin of the scapula region is the integument overlying the posterior shoulder blade, consisting of epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis.

Where is the skin of scapula region located?

It covers the posterior aspect of the scapula and surrounding shoulder region in the upper back.

What is the function of the skin of scapula region?

It provides protection from environmental exposure, sensory feedback, and thermoregulation over the shoulder blade and related musculature.

What is the skin of scapula region connected to?

It is innervated by branches of the dorsal scapular nerve, spinal accessory nerve, and supplied by branches of the transverse cervical and suprascapular arteries.

Why is the skin of scapula region clinically important?

It is vulnerable to pressure injuries in bedridden patients; surgical approaches to the scapula require careful skin handling to avoid sensory complications.

References

  1. UBERON — UBERON:8480073 Cross-species anatomy ontology (EMBL-EBI Ontology Lookup Service)

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.