5 Questions
Which structure separates the manubrium and the body of the sternum?
The angle of Louis/manubriosternal joint
Which rib articulates with the sternal angle?
2nd rib
Which vertebral level does the xiphisternal joint correspond to?
T9
Which structure lies in a slight depression called the epigastric f?
The xiphoid process
Which side of the manubrium overlies the merging of the brachiocephalic veins to form the superior vena cava?
Right side
Test your knowledge of the anterior thoracic wall and rib cage with this quiz! Identify the different valves of the heart, learn about the trachea and its placement, and discover important anatomical landmarks such as the jugular notch and manubrium of the sternum.
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