Which nerve passes through the suprascapular notch deep to the superior transverse scapular ligament?
- A Axillary nerve
- B Dorsal scapular nerve
- C Suprascapular nerve ✓
- D Nerve to subclavius
Correct answer: C. Suprascapular nerve
Explanation
The suprascapular nerve arises from the upper trunk (C5, C6) and runs backwards through the suprascapular notch beneath the superior transverse scapular ligament to supply supraspinatus, then winds around the spinoglenoid notch to supply infraspinatus. The axillary nerve is excluded because it passes through the quadrangular space, never approaching the suprascapular notch.
Reference: Gray's Anatomy for Students, 4th ed.
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