intercostal space
intercostal space · intercostal spaces
An anatomic space between two ribs, containing the intercostal muscles, nerves,…An anatomic space between two ribs, containing the intercostal muscles, nerves, arteries, veins and lymph nodes.
Meaning
1 sensesAn anatomic space between two ribs, containing the intercostal muscles, nerves, arteries, veins and lymph nodes.
Forms
plural: intercostal spaces| Singular | intercostal space |
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Synonyms
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See also
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