ZOO 3733C Chapter Notes - Chapter 3: Pulmonary Circulation, Shortness Of Breath, Bronchus
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Retromammary space is between breast and the deep fascia. What problems might a cervical rib cause? thoracic outlet syndrome. What is thoracic outlet syndrome? it is due to a remnant or development of a costal process on the c7 vertebrae. Moves by widening the thorax during inspiration, then returning to normal size during expiration. Where a sternal puncture is usually performed? performed in the upper third of the sternal body in the midline. Why is a sternal puncture performed? it can be used for puncture and bone marrow needle biopsy for the purpose of bone marrow transplantation or cytologic analysis. What area is dangerous to puncture during a sternal puncture? the lower parts; which may be associated with congenital fissures or foramen. Where does the ossification of the sternum begin? begins in the cartilage during months 3 to 6 of gestation.