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The costal groove runs on the inside of the rib and contains the intercostal bundle, which is comprised of the intercostal vein, artery and nerve (in this order from superior to inferior). This can be remembered by the acronym VAN.
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Costal groove
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The neck of the rib is a flattened portion of the rib, which extends laterally from the head of the rib. The neck contains no bony prominences or sites of articulation.
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Neck of rib
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The tubercle of the rib is a bony prominence found where the neck meets the body of the rub. It articulates with the transverse process of the vertebra at the same level.
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Tubercle
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The head of the rib is shown here. It typically features two articular facets that connect to the vertebrae above and below. If the rib is typical, it may attach directly to the sternum, or if atypical, it may connect to costal cartilages.
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Head of rib
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The body of the rib (also called the shaft) is the main part of the rib that is flat and curved. It contains the costal groove, which transmits the intercostal neurovascular bundle.
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Body of rib
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