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The xiphoid process is the most inferior part of the sternum and is also the smallest. It articulates with the body of the sternum superiorly. The xiphoid process is a cartilaginous structure, until it ossifies around the age of 40.
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Xiphoid process
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The body is the middle and largest portion of the sternum. It articulates with the manubrium superiorly and the xiphoid process inferiorly. It also has a number of articular facets, which articulate with the costal cartilages of ribs 3-6.
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The manubrium is the most superior portion of the sternum. It articulates with the clavicles, the first rib and the body of the sternum. The manubrium is the thickest and strongest part of the sternum and protects the thorax.
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Manubrium
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The jugular notch is the most superior part of the manubrium, located between the right and left clavicular notches. The indentation of the jugular notch is the palpable depression at the root of the neck.
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Jugular notch
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The sternoclavicular joint is formed by the articulation between the sternum and clavicle. It is saddle shaped synovial joint which joins the axial skeleton with the upper limb.
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Sternoclavicular joint
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Thoracic anatomy
Identify the structure that is labelled by the arrow [lightgallery]
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