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pectoral arch

/ˈpɛktərəl ɑːrtʃ/

Traduction: Structure anatomique formée par la clavicule et l'omoplate, reliant le membre supérieur au squelette axial ; également appelée ceinture scapulaire.

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/ˈpɛktərəl ɑːrtʃ/C1formalmedical
  • frStructure anatomique formée par la clavicule et l'omoplate, reliant le membre supérieur au squelette axial ; également appelée ceinture scapulaire.

The anatomical structure formed by the clavicle and scapula, connecting the upper limb to the axial skeleton; also known as the shoulder girdle.

  1. Anatomical structureC1formal

    The bony or cartilaginous structure in vertebrates that supports the forelimbs or arms, consisting of the clavicle and scapula in humans.

    frceinture scapulaire

    • The pectoral arch connects the upper limbs to the axial skeleton.
    • Injuries to the pectoral arch can affect shoulder movement.
    • The anatomy class studied the bones of the pectoral arch.