XIII. Joints of the Anterior Thorax. B. Sternocostal or Sternochondral Joints II-VII Flashcards

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What is the classification of the second - seventh sternocostal or sternochondral joint?

A

synovial plane (diarthrosis arthrodia)

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What are the joint surfaces of the second sternocostal or sternochondral joint?

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the costal cartilage of the second rib with costal notch II of the manubrium sterni, costal notch II of the corpus sterni and the manubrium symphysis

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Which of the sternocostal or sternochondral ligaments is unique to the second sternocostal or sternochondral joint?

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the intra-articular lig.

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