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The tubercle is labelled here. It articulates with the transverse process of the vertebra of the same level.
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Tubercle
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The scalene tubercle is a specific feature of the first rib which is not seen here. The scalene tubercle is the site of insertion for the anterior scalene muscle.
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Scalene tubercle
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The body of the rib is the major flat and curved part of the rib and contains the costal groove at the inferior aspect.
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Body
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The head of the rib sits close to the vertebrae and has two articular facets for articulation with the vertebra of the same level, and the vertebra above.
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Head
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The costal groove is found at the inferior aspect of the body of the rib. The intercostal bundle, comprising the intercostal nerve, artery and vein, lies within this groove. This is important to consider when inserting a chest drain, or performing an intercostal nerve block.
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Costal groove
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Thoracic anatomy
What is the bony feature that is labelled by the arrow? [lightgallery]
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