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26 paź 2023 · The sternum is the bone that lies in the anterior midline of our thorax. It forms part of the rib cage and the anterior-most part of the thorax. Its functions are to protect the thoracic organs from trauma and also form the bony attachment for various muscles. It is also the center around which the superior 10 ribs directly or indirectly attached.
- False Ribs
The Ribs are curved, flat bones that form the larger part of...
- Lateral Abdominal Muscles
Clinical notes. The abdominal muscles are important...
- Anterior Abdominal Muscles
Origin and insertion. The rectus abdominis muscle is...
- Transversus Thoracis Muscle
Transversus thoracis muscle (Musculus transversus thoracis)...
- Sternoclavicular Joint
Sternoclavicular joint (Articulatio sternoclavicularis) The...
- Pericardium
Between the layers is the pericardial cavity, a potential...
- False Ribs
19 lis 2020 · The sternum (or breastbone) is a flat bone located at the anterior aspect of the thorax. It lies in the midline of the chest and has a ‘T’ shape. As part of the bony thoracic wall, the sternum helps protect the internal thoracic viscera – such as the heart, lungs and oesophagus.
The sternum consists of three main parts, listed from the top: Manubrium. Body (gladiolus) Xiphoid process. In its natural position, the sternum is angled obliquely, downward and forward.
29 gru 2021 · Where is the Sternum Bone Located. The bone is located in the center of the chest, making up the anterior thoracic wall. As it lies superficially, it is easily palpable below the skin of the chest in the midline. Quick Facts. Functions.
2 dni temu · The sternum, commonly known as the breastbone, is a long, narrow flat bone that serves as the keystone of the rib cage and stabilizes the thoracic skeleton. Several muscles that move the arms, head, and neck have their origins on the sternum.
24 lip 2023 · The sternum is a partially T-shaped vertical bone that forms the anterior portion of the chest wall centrally. The sternum is divided anatomically into three segments: manubrium, body, and xiphoid process. The sternum connects the ribs via the costal cartilages forming the anterior rib cage.
The manubrium: articulates with the first rib (primary cartilaginous), clavicle (atypical synovial), and body of the sternum (secondary or primary cartilaginous joint). The body: articulates with the second rib at the sternomanubrial angle and the 3rd to 7th rib and costal cartilages.
