Acromiothoracic

/ˌækroʊmiəʊθɔːˈræsɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or connecting the acromion and the thorax (chest area), especially referring to blood vessels and nerves in that region.

Etymology

From acromion (Greek akron + omos) combined with thoracic from Greek thorax meaning chest, describing anatomical structures spanning shoulder and torso.

Kelly Says

The acromiothoracic artery is a major blood vessel that branches off your armpit—it's like a highway feeding blood to muscles from your chest through your shoulder and arm.

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