Definition of Axillary node

1. Noun. Any of the lymph glands of the armpit; fights infections in the neck and chest and arm regions.

Generic synonyms: Lymph Gland, Lymph Node, Node

Medical Definition of Axillary node

1. The lymph nodes in the axilla (underarm) that are cut out and examined during surgery to see if the cancer has spread past the breast. The number of nodes in this area varies. (09 Oct 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Axillary Node

axillary arch muscle
axillary artery
axillary cavity
axillary dissection
axillary fascia
axillary fold
axillary fossa
axillary glands
axillary hair
axillary hairs
axillary line
axillary lymph nodes
axillary nerve
axillary nerve injury
axillary neuropathy
axillary node (current term)
axillary plexus
axillary region
axillary sheath
axillary space
axillary sweat glands
axillary thermometer
axillary triangle
axillary vein
axillas
axils
axing
axinite
axinites
axino

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