Breast (female) & thoracic wall

Product code: HP0406

  • Single Side Left or right side of a region / system / organ.

The female breast is formed from a combination of glandular tissue supported by a complex three-dimensional network of fasciae interspersed with adipose tissue. This Silicone Plastinate reveals the structure of the female breast and its relationship to the anterolateral thoracic wall and various muscles of the thorax. The lobes of the breast and the network of suspensory ligaments can be visualized alongside the lactiferous ducts draining to the nipple.

  • Stand mounted

  • Human tissue with unique ID

  • Full aftersales support

Key features include

Silicon Plastinate

  • Regions (quadrants) of the breast, and its axillary tail (Spence).
  • Fascial network (suspensory ligaments) of the breast.
  • Relationship of the base of the breast to the thoracic wall and retromammary space.
  • Lactiferous ducts draining to the nipple.
  • Lobes of the breast (some).
  • Structure of the thoracic wall.
  • Layered arrangement of the intercostal muscles.
  • Course and tissue layer location of the intercostal and accessory intercostal neurovascular bundles.

Anatomy Glass

  • Sagittal section through the thorax, including the breast and nipple.
  • Fascial network (suspensory ligaments) of the breast.
  • Relationship of base of breast to the thoracic wall and retromammary space.
  • Cross sectional anatomy of the intercostal spaces.
  • Scapula with various scapulohumeral muscles.
  • Lobes of the right lung.
  • Relationship between the lung, diaphragm, and liver.
  • Brachial plexus and the subclavian artery and subclavian vein.

Possible variants or pathology (not guaranteed)

  • Lactiferous sinus may not be present/visible.
  • Size and shape of breast tissue.

Available customisations

  • Retain skin over part of the breast.
  • Open retromammary space

  • Please contact us to discuss bespoke customisations.

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