Costal surface
Facies costalis
- Synonym: Medial surface
- Related terms: Costal surface of lung
Definition
The costal surface of the lung is the convex lateral surface of each lung that is in direct contact with the lateral thoracic wall (ribs and intercostal muscles). It is separated from the medial surface by the dorsal and ventral borders, and from the diaphragmatic surface by the basal border.
References
Hermanson JW, Evans HE. Miller and Evans' anatomy of the dog. Saunders; 2020. p. 388.
Singh B. In: Dyce KM, Sack WO, Wensing CJG, editors. Textbook of veterinary anatomy. 5th ed. Saunders; 2018. p. 150‑156.
