Sternochondral synchondrosis of first rib
Synchondrosis sternochondralis costae primae
- Latin synonym: Synchondrosis sternocostalis costae primae
- Synonym: Sternocostal synchondrosis of first rib
- Related terms: Synchondrosis of first rib; Synchondrosis of first rib (Costosternal synchondrosis)
Definition
The costosternal synchondrosis are particular the costosternal joints where the rib is directly connected to the sternum by a hyaline cartilage (usually the first, sixth and seventh ribs). The other costosternal joints are arthrodial joints.
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Text by Antoine Micheau, MD - Copyright IMAIOS
