Tricipital margin

Margo tricipitalis

Definition

Anne-Sophie Emeric

The tricipital margin is the caudal border of the triceps brachii muscle. In domestic animals in a standing position, it is a palpable landmark, generally located at the level of the 5th rib.

References

Constantinescu GM, Schaller O. Illustrated veterinary anatomical nomenclature, 3rd Edition, Enke Verlag, Stuttgart, 2012.

Goody PC. Dog anatomy: a pictorial approach to canine structure. London: The Royal Veterinary College;