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Upper Limb Osteology — MCQ Set (5/5)

Topics: Pectoral Region, Scapula, Clavicle, Humerus | Bones of Upper Limb

Q1 — Factual (Clavicle)

The inferior surface of the lateral third of the clavicle bears two markings — the conoid tubercle and the trapezoid line. Together, these serve as attachment for which ligament?

A) Costoclavicular ligament
B) Acromioclavicular ligament
C) Coracoclavicular ligament ✓
D) Coracoacromial ligament
E) Transverse cervical ligament

Explanation: The conoid tubercle and trapezoid line on the inferior surface of the lateral third of the clavicle are the attachment sites for the coracoclavicular ligament (composed of the conoid and trapezoid parts). This ligament suspends the weight of the upper limb from the clavicle. (Gray's Anatomy for Students)

Q2 — Factual (Scapula)

The glenoid cavity of the scapula has two important bony roughenings adjacent to it. The infraglenoid tubercle is the site of attachment for which muscle?

A) Short head of biceps brachii
B) Long head of biceps brachii
C) Subscapularis
D) Long head of triceps brachii ✓
E) Coracobrachialis

Explanation: The infraglenoid tubercle (inferior to the glenoid cavity) gives attachment to the long head of triceps brachii. The supraglenoid tubercle (superior to the glenoid cavity) gives attachment to the long head of biceps brachii. (Gray's Anatomy for Students)

Q3 — Clinical (Humerus / Surgical Neck)

A 68-year-old woman slips on wet stairs and lands on her outstretched arm. X-ray reveals a fracture at the surgical neck of the humerus. Which nerve and artery are most at risk of injury in this region?

A) Radial nerve and brachial artery
B) Musculocutaneous nerve and anterior circumflex humeral artery
C) Ulnar nerve and profunda brachii artery
D) Axillary nerve and posterior circumflex humeral artery ✓
E) Median nerve and anterior interosseous artery

Explanation: The axillary nerve and posterior circumflex humeral artery pass immediately posterior to the surgical neck of the humerus as they travel from the axilla into the deltoid region. A surgical neck fracture — the most common site for proximal humeral fractures due to its structural weakness — places both structures at direct risk. Clinically, axillary nerve damage causes loss of shoulder abduction (deltoid paralysis) and a "regimental badge" area of sensory loss over the lateral arm. (Gray's Anatomy for Students)

Q4 — Scenario-Based (Clavicle Fracture / Neurovascular Compression)

A 25-year-old rugby player sustains a direct blow to the right shoulder. He presents with the affected shoulder drooping downward and forward, and tenderness at the middle third of the clavicle. Imaging confirms a displaced fracture. Which major neurovascular structures immediately below the clavicle are at risk of compression or injury from this fracture?

A) Axillary nerve and circumflex scapular artery
B) Radial nerve and radial artery
C) Brachial plexus and subclavian vessels ✓
D) Musculocutaneous nerve and basilic vein
E) Phrenic nerve and internal thoracic artery

Explanation: The clavicle acts as a protective strut over the brachial plexus and subclavian artery and vein. A displaced mid-shaft clavicle fracture (the most common site — middle third) can compress or lacerate these structures, causing neurological deficits in the upper limb or vascular compromise. The mechanism also explains why the shoulder droops — loss of the clavicle's strut function allows gravity to pull the upper limb downward. (Gray's Anatomy for Students; Rosen's Emergency Medicine)

Q5 — Scenario-Based (Winged Scapula / Rotator Cuff)

A 30-year-old painter notices that his right shoulder blade protrudes prominently from his back whenever he pushes against a wall (see classic "winging" test). He recalls injuring his right axilla during a recent lymph node biopsy. Which nerve is most likely damaged, and which muscle has lost its innervation?

A) Suprascapular nerve — Supraspinatus
B) Upper subscapular nerve — Subscapularis
C) Dorsal scapular nerve — Rhomboid major
D) Thoracodorsal nerve — Latissimus dorsi
E) Long thoracic nerve — Serratus anterior ✓

Explanation: Winging of the scapula (medial border protrudes posteriorly) is the hallmark of serratus anterior paralysis. The serratus anterior holds the medial border of the scapula against the thoracic wall and is essential for scapular rotation during arm elevation. It is innervated by the long thoracic nerve (C5, C6, C7), which runs superficially along the lateral chest wall and is vulnerable during axillary surgery, lymph node dissection, or trauma. Without serratus anterior function, the scapula cannot rotate upward, limiting shoulder abduction above 90°. (Gray's Anatomy for Students)

Summary Table

#	Topic	Type	Correct Answer
1	Clavicle — coracoclavicular ligament	Factual	C
2	Scapula — infraglenoid tubercle	Factual	D
3	Humerus — surgical neck fracture	Clinical	D
4	Clavicle fracture — neurovascular risk	Scenario	C
5	Winged scapula — long thoracic nerve	Scenario	E

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