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Located at T2, it marks the superior angle of the scapula.
The angulus sterni is at T4/5, while the angulus inferior scapulae is at T8.
It is located at T9 and is the joint at the lower part of the sternum.
In the 5th intercostal space, 9 cm from the midline.
It is the landmark for counting ribs starting from the 2nd costal cartilage.
It can lead to pneumothorax, causing air to enter the pleural space.
It extends 2.5 cm above the clavicle.
The left pleural border has a cardiac notch, while the right does not.
They connect the ribs to the sternum and provide flexibility.
It leads to collateral circulation and rib notching.
They often occur due to direct trauma or compression.
It is the shortest and most curved rib.
It can ossify and complicate sternum punctures.
It lies behind the sternum, between T5 and T8.
They supply blood to the thoracic wall and are located under the ribs.
A segment of the thoracic cage moves inward during inspiration.