The axillary tail of Spence is an extension of breast tissue that projects toward which anatomical region?

The axillary tail of Spence is an extension

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ASternum
BAxilla
CClavicle
DAbdomen

✓ Correct answer: B. Axilla The axillary tail (tail of Spence) is a projection of glandular tissue that extends from the upper outer quadrant toward the axilla, passing through an opening in the deep fascia known as the foramen of Langer.

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