Intercostal space, muscles and nerves Flashcards
1
Q
what is the most superficial intercostal muscle in each intercostal space called?
A
the external intercostal muscle
2
Q
what is the intermediate intercostal muscle called?
A
internal intercostal muscle
3
Q
what is the deepest intercostal muscle called?
A
innermost/intimal intercostal muscle
4
Q
between which two intercostal muscles is the neurovacular bundle located?
A
internal and innermost intercostal muscles
5
Q
in whick part of a rib is the neurovascular bundle lodges?
A
sub costal groove
6
Q
which structures comprise the neurovascular bundle in order of superior to inferior?
A
intercostal vein
intercostal artery
intercostal nerve
