left scapula
Skeletal systemUpper limbLeftFMA13396
Nomenclature
left scapula
scapula (Latin)
scapola sinistra (Italian)
Descriptionentry
Flat triangular bone connecting the humerus and clavicle to the trunk.
Functionentry
Mobile base for shoulder movement; attachment of the rotator cuff.
Blood supplyentry
Suprascapular and circumflex scapular arteries.
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