The interscapular gland

E Bonnot - Journal of anatomy and physiology, 1908 - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
E Bonnot
Journal of anatomy and physiology, 1908ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Merkel (5) described this structure in the adult under the name of" Fettpolster." 2 Although its
relations to the surrounding structure were precisely described, its character was not
understood. Charpy (2) recently described thestructure under the name" coussinet adipeux."
3 He gave its topographical relations, but expresses doubt as to its character. The material
used in the present gross study comprises-a series of twenty adults from dissecting-room
and autopsies; a seriesof twelve human embryos from 32 cm. to 28 cm. in length (uterine …
Merkel (5) described this structure in the adult under the name of" Fettpolster." 2 Although its relations to the surrounding structure were precisely described, its character was not understood. Charpy (2) recently described thestructure under the name" coussinet adipeux." 3 He gave its topographical relations, but expresses doubt as to its character.
The material used in the present gross study comprises-a series of twenty adults from dissecting-room and autopsies; a seriesof twelve human embryos from 32 cm. to 28 cm. in length (uterine position). In addition, certain mammals were studied, comprising the dog, cat, pig, rabbit, squirrel (Sciarws carolinentsis), rat and marmot (Arctomiys
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