Sternum Flashcards
0
Q
What is the joint between the manubrium and the body?
A
The manubrio-sternal joint or the angle of Louis
1
Q
What are the three parts of the sternum?
A
The manubrium, the body and the xiphoid process
2
Q
What is the joint between the body and the xiphoid process?
A
The xphisternal joint
3
Q
What is the notch at the top of the manubrium called?
A
The suprasternal jugular notch which can be easily felt at the anterior base of the neck
4
Q
What does the manubrium articulate with?
A
The first rib and clavicle
5
Q
What ribs attach to the body of the sternum?
A
3-7
6
Q
Where does the second rib attach?
A
At the manubriosternal joint
