Supraclavicular lymph nodes
Supraclavicular Lymph Nodes
The Supraclavicular Lymph Nodes (pronunciation: soo-pruh-klav-ik-yuh-lur limf nodes) are a group of lymph nodes located just above the clavicle or collarbone.
Etymology
The term "Supraclavicular" is derived from the Latin words "supra" meaning above and "clavicula" meaning little key, referring to the clavicle or collarbone. The term "lymph nodes" comes from the Latin "lympha" meaning water, referring to the clear fluid that they contain and circulate.
Function
The Supraclavicular Lymph Nodes play a crucial role in the immune system, helping the body to recognize and fight off infections and diseases. They filter lymph fluid, trapping bacteria, viruses, and other foreign substances, which are then destroyed by special white blood cells called lymphocytes.
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Clinical Significance
Enlargement or swelling of the Supraclavicular Lymph Nodes can be a sign of infection, immune system disorder, or cancer, particularly lung cancer or lymphoma. This is often referred to as Supraclavicular Lymphadenopathy.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Supraclavicular lymph nodes
- Wikipedia's article - Supraclavicular lymph nodes
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