metasternal Sentence Examples
- The metasternal line, located midway between the xiphoid process and the pubis, serves as a surgical landmark.
- The metasternal ligament connects the xiphoid process to the sternum, forming the inferior boundary of the epigastric fossa.
- A metasternal hernia protrudes through a weakness in the metasternal line, causing a bulge in the midline of the abdomen.
- Metasternal retraction, a sign of abdominal wall weakness, occurs when the umbilicus is pulled inward towards the metasternal line.
- The metasternal fold is a peritoneal reflection that separates the intrapulmonary fissure from the mediastinum.
- Metasternal pain, often associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease, can be a sign of inflammation in the epigastric region.
- The metasternal stitch is a surgical technique used to close an incision along the midline of the abdomen.
- Metasternal cyst is a rare congenital anomaly where a cyst develops behind the sternum.
- Metasternal drainage is a procedure to remove fluid or pus that has accumulated in the metasternal space.
- The metasternal incision provides access to the intra-abdominal cavity for surgical procedures.
metasternal Meaning
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metasternal (a.)
Of or pertaining to the metasternum.
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Of or pertaining to the metasternum.
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The metasternal line, located midway between the xiphoid process and the pubis, serves as a surgical landmark.
The metasternal ligament connects the xiphoid process to the sternum, forming the inferior boundary of the epigastric fossa.
A metasternal hernia protrudes through a weakness in the metasternal line, causing a bulge in the midline of the abdomen.
Metasternal retraction, a sign of abdominal wall weakness, occurs when the umbilicus is pulled inward towards the metasternal line.
