Trunk & thorax
Serratus anterior plane
Chest wall fascial plane anatomy around serratus anterior and latissimus dorsi.
Teaching video coming soon.
A dedicated lesson is planned for this reference. In the meantime, explore the anatomy and original poster below.
Serratus anterior plane · Block GuRU teaching seriesStart with the anatomy.
Chest wall fascial plane anatomy around serratus anterior and latissimus dorsi.

Reference panel from the original Trunk poster. View the full PDF for labels and context.
- Reference focus
- Serratus anterior fascial planes
- Key anatomy
- Latissimus dorsi, serratus anterior, ribs, and pleura.
- Clinical context
- Selected lateral chest wall and rib fracture analgesia.
- Consideration
- Superficial and deep approaches are distinct; identify nearby vessels and pleura.
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