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What is the specific characteristic of the lateral one-third of the clavicle in terms of its shape?
What is the specific characteristic of the lateral one-third of the clavicle in terms of its shape?
What is the name of the structure located on the inferior surface of the clavicle near the posterior border, at the junction of the lateral one-fourth and medial three-fourths?
What is the name of the structure located on the inferior surface of the clavicle near the posterior border, at the junction of the lateral one-fourth and medial three-fourths?
What is the name of the ligament that attaches to the trapezoid ridge on the inferior surface of the clavicle?
What is the name of the ligament that attaches to the trapezoid ridge on the inferior surface of the clavicle?
Which of the following attachments is NOT associated with the medial end (sternal end) of the clavicle?
Which of the following attachments is NOT associated with the medial end (sternal end) of the clavicle?
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What is the significance of the concave forwards anterior border of the lateral one-third of the clavicle?
What is the significance of the concave forwards anterior border of the lateral one-third of the clavicle?
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What is the primary function of the acromioclavicular joint?
What is the primary function of the acromioclavicular joint?
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Which of these statements is TRUE regarding the medial two-thirds of the clavicle?
Which of these statements is TRUE regarding the medial two-thirds of the clavicle?
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What is the name of the small tubercle that may be present on the anterior border of the lateral one-third of the clavicle?
What is the name of the small tubercle that may be present on the anterior border of the lateral one-third of the clavicle?
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What is unique about the ossification of the clavicle compared to other long bones?
What is unique about the ossification of the clavicle compared to other long bones?
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Which statement accurately describes the clavicle's anatomical location?
Which statement accurately describes the clavicle's anatomical location?
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What are the two ends of the clavicle called?
What are the two ends of the clavicle called?
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What is the main function of the clavicle?
What is the main function of the clavicle?
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Which of the following characteristics of the clavicle is incorrect?
Which of the following characteristics of the clavicle is incorrect?
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What structure originates from the medial half of the superior surface of the clavicle?
What structure originates from the medial half of the superior surface of the clavicle?
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What is the significance of the costoclavicular ligament in the context of the inferior surface of the clavicle?
What is the significance of the costoclavicular ligament in the context of the inferior surface of the clavicle?
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At what age does the clavicle typically complete its ossification?
At what age does the clavicle typically complete its ossification?
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What is the structural shape of the clavicle?
What is the structural shape of the clavicle?
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At what stage in intrauterine life does the primary ossification of the clavicle begin?
At what stage in intrauterine life does the primary ossification of the clavicle begin?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding the clavicle’s ossification?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the clavicle’s ossification?
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Which nerve may pierce through the clavicle?
Which nerve may pierce through the clavicle?
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What typically causes the most common type of clavicle fracture?
What typically causes the most common type of clavicle fracture?
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Why is the junction of the lateral one-third and medial two-thirds of the clavicle significant?
Why is the junction of the lateral one-third and medial two-thirds of the clavicle significant?
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What is the role of the subclavius muscle relative to the clavicle?
What is the role of the subclavius muscle relative to the clavicle?
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What is the age range for the fusion of the secondary ossification center at the sternal end of the clavicle in females?
What is the age range for the fusion of the secondary ossification center at the sternal end of the clavicle in females?
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Anterior surface of clavicle
Anterior surface of clavicle
Convex forward, origins for pectoralis major.
Posterior surface of clavicle
Posterior surface of clavicle
Concave backward, origins for sternohyoid muscle.
Superior surface of clavicle
Superior surface of clavicle
Medial half gives origin to sternocleidomastoid muscle.
Inferior surface of clavicle
Inferior surface of clavicle
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Ossification of clavicle
Ossification of clavicle
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Primary ossification centers in clavicle
Primary ossification centers in clavicle
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Secondary ossification at sternal end
Secondary ossification at sternal end
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Fracture of clavicle
Fracture of clavicle
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Number of bones in upper limb
Number of bones in upper limb
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Clavicle
Clavicle
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Function of clavicle
Function of clavicle
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Unique features of clavicle
Unique features of clavicle
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Parts of the clavicle
Parts of the clavicle
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Medial (sternal) end
Medial (sternal) end
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Lateral (acromial) end
Lateral (acromial) end
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Shaft of clavicle
Shaft of clavicle
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Clavicle Shaft
Clavicle Shaft
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Medial Two-Thirds
Medial Two-Thirds
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Lateral One-Third
Lateral One-Third
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Acromial End
Acromial End
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Sternal End
Sternal End
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Conoid Tubercle
Conoid Tubercle
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Trapezoid Ridge
Trapezoid Ridge
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Deltoid Tubercle
Deltoid Tubercle
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Study Notes
Osteology of the Upper Limb (Clavicle)
- The upper limb contains 32 bones, including those of the pectoral girdle, arm, forearm, wrist, hand, and digits
- Bones of the pectoral girdle:
- Scapula (1) - the shoulder blade
- Clavicle (1) - the collar bone
- Arm bone:
- Humerus (1)
- Forearm bones:
- Radius (1)
- Ulna (1)
- Wrist bones:
- Carpal bones (8)
- Hand bones:
- Metacarpals (5)
- Digit bones:
- Phalanges (14)
Clavicle
- The clavicle, or collarbone, is a long bone with a slight S-shaped curve
- Located horizontally on the anterior aspect of the body, at the junction of the neck and trunk
- Articulates medially with the sternum and first rib cartilage; laterally with the acromion process of the scapula
- Subcutaneous
- Only bony attachment between the trunk and upper limb
Functions of the Clavicle
- Acts as a brace, allowing free movement of the upper limb away from the trunk
- Transmits forces from the upper limb to the axial skeleton (sternum)
- Provides an area for muscle attachments
Features of the Clavicle
- Only long bone that lies horizontally
- No medullary cavity
- Subcutaneous throughout its extent
- First bone to begin ossification (between the fifth and sixth week of intrauterine life) and the last bone to complete ossification (at 25 years)
- Ossifies from two primary centers
- Ossifies in membrane except for the medial end (which ossifies in cartilage)
- Can be pierced by cutaneous nerve (supraclavicular nerve)
Parts of the Clavicle
- Consists of three parts: two ends (medial and lateral) and a shaft
- Lateral (acromial) end: flattened and articulates with the acromion process margin
- Medial (sternal) end: enlarged and quadrilateral, articulates with the clavicular notch of the manubrium sterni
- Shaft: curved; medial two-thirds are round and convex forward; lateral one-third is flattened and concave forward. The inferior surface has a small longitudinal groove in its middle third
Features and Attachments of Clavicle Parts
- Lateral End/Acromial End: Flattened top-to-bottom, with a facet that articulates with the acromion to form the acromioclavicular joint. This end also attaches to the fibrous capsule of the acromioclavicular joint.
- Medial End/Sternal End: Saddle-shaped articular surface; articulates with the clavicular notch of the manubrium sterni to form the sternoclavicular joint. It also attaches to the fibrous capsule, articular disc, and interclavicular ligament
Shaft of the Clavicle
- Divided into a lateral one-third and a medial two-thirds
- Lateral one-third:
- Flattened from above downwards
- Two surfaces (superior and inferior) and two borders (anterior and posterior)
- Medial two-thirds:
- Cylindrical in shape with four surfaces (anterior, posterior, superior, and inferior)
- Anterior surface: convex forwards; origin of clavicular head of pectoralis major
- Posterior surface: concave backwards; origin of sternohyoid muscle near its medial end
Surfaces of the Clavicle
- Superior: Subcutaneous between deltoid and trapezius attachments
- Inferior: Presents a conoid tubercle and trapezoid ridge, attaching to parts of the coracoclavicular ligament
Borders of the Clavicle
- Anterior: Concave forwards; origin of deltoid muscle (with potential deltoid tubercle)
- Posterior: Convex backwards; insertion of trapezius muscle
Ossification of the Clavicle
- Membranocartilaginous ossification
- Ossifies in membrane except the medial end, which ossifies in cartilage
- Four ossification centers: two primary (for the shaft); two secondary (for each end)
Ossification Centers of the Clavicle
- Time of Appearance and Fusion: Table of primary and secondary ossification centers, time of appearance, and fusion.
Applied Anatomy (Clavicle Fractures)
- Most commonly fractured bone in the body
- Typically fracture at the junction of the lateral one-third and medial two-thirds
- Often due to blows to the shoulder or indirect forces - like falling on outstretched hand or shoulder
- Lateral fragment displaces downwards due to upper limb weight
Additional Points (Clavicle)
- Clavicular dysostosis: A clinical condition where medial and lateral clavicle parts remain separate due to non-union of primary ossification centers.
- Cleidocranial dysostosis: A clinical condition showing partial or complete absence of clavicle associated with defective skull bone ossification.
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This quiz focuses on the osteology of the upper limb, particularly the clavicle. It covers the anatomy, structure, and functions of the clavicle along with the bones of the upper limb. Test your knowledge on the different bones and their roles within the skeletal system.