Retromammary space

•      Retromammary space is a loose areolar tissue  that separates the breast from the

     pectoralis major muscle.

•      The retromammary space is often the site of breast implantation due to its location away from key nerves and structures that support the breast.

•      Clinical importance: Cancer cells spread through retromammary space. 

Identify retromammary space

1. Q. The retromammary space:
   lies deep to pectoralis major muscle
2. Lies superficial to deep layer of superficial fascia
3. Lies between  deep layer of superficial fascia to pectoral fascia Ans
4. Lies between  deep layer of superficial fascia to glandular tissue of breast
5. None of above