Category : Anatomy-Lexicon

sebaceous gland

sebaceous gland

Sebum glands are glands in the skin that secrete fatty secretions. They are always associated with hair - there are no sebum glands on areas of skin where hair does not grow. In contrast, densely hairy areas of the body (scalp, armpit, genital area)

The chest

The chest

The main function of the rib cage is to protect the vital organs of the heart and lungs as well as the large vessels in the body cavity from compression. It also participates in the movements of the lungs when breathing. Discomfort occurs like a stinging

Peritoneum

Peritoneum

The peritoneum, also known as the peritoneum, is part of the abdominal cavity and, in addition to providing airtight seal and allowing the internal organs to move, is also used for the formation of peritoneal fluid and the immune system.

Acromion

Acromion

The acromion is the highest point on the shoulder blade. It is a flattened bone process that forms a joint with the collarbone. In addition, the acromion is the origin of the deltoid muscle, whose most important function is to spread the arm

Woman's hormones

Woman's hormones

The woman's endocrine system is controlled by a control circuit made up of the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and the ovaries. The woman's ovaries are the central organ for the production of the female sex hormones estradiol and progesterone as well

Illustration liver

Illustration liver

the medical table of figures. Here you will find helpful images on the subject of liver.

Shoulder joint

Shoulder joint

The shoulder joint or acromioclavicular joint (AC joint) is the joint between the outer part of the collarbone (clavicle) and a protruding bone on the upper part of the shoulder blade, the so-called shoulder roof (acromion). The AC joint

Figure cataract (cataract)

Figure cataract (cataract)

the medical table of figures. Here you will find helpful pictures on the subject of cataracts (cataracts).

Reproductive hormones

Reproductive hormones

The reproductive hormones include estrogen, progesterone, but also testosterone, which belongs to the androgens, as well as prolactin and oxytocin. The hormone testosterone as a reproductive hormone stands out in human development for the male

Figure zygomatic bone

Figure zygomatic bone

the medical table of figures. Here you will find helpful illustrations on the subject of the cheekbone.

Figure dry eyelids

Figure dry eyelids

the medical table of figures. Here you will find helpful illustrations on the subject of dry eyelids.

Figure dark circles

Figure dark circles

the medical table of figures. Here you will find helpful illustrations on the subject of dark circles.

Collarbone

Collarbone

The collarbone is an approximately 12-15 cm long, S-shaped bent bone. The collarbone belongs to the shoulder girdle. It connects the sternum to the acromion, part of the shoulder blade. The broken collarbone is a common sports injury

Figure tooth anatomy

Figure tooth anatomy

the medical table of figures. Here you will find helpful information on the subject of teeth.

Illustration of a broken nose

Illustration of a broken nose

the medical table of figures. Here you will find helpful illustrations on the subject of a broken nose.

Illustration inflammation of the parotid gland

Illustration inflammation of the parotid gland

the medical table of figures. Here you will find helpful illustrations about inflammation of the parotid gland.

Figure dry lips

Figure dry lips

the medical table of figures. Here you will find helpful illustrations on the subject of dry lips.

Figure upper jaw

Figure upper jaw

the medical table of figures. Here you will find helpful images on the subject of the upper jaw.

Illustration tooth scheme

Illustration tooth scheme

the medical table of figures. Here you will find helpful illustrations on the subject of the tooth scheme.

Figure dental bridge

Figure dental bridge

the medical table of figures. Here you will find helpful information about dental bridges.