intercostal

• 位于或发生在肋骨之间的。

Situated or occurring between the ribs.

1. Located between the ribsC1formalmedical

   Situated or occurring between the ribs, typically referring to muscles, nerves, or blood vessels.

   肋间的

   • The intercostal muscles help with breathing by expanding and contracting the rib cage.
   • An intercostal nerve block can be used to relieve chest pain.
   • The surgeon made an incision in the intercostal space to access the lung.

• 位于肋骨之间的肌肉，吸气时收缩。也指肋骨之间的部位。

A noun referring to the muscles located between the ribs that contract during the process of inhalation.

1. Intercostal musclesC1formalmedical

   The muscles located between the ribs that contract during inspiration to help expand the chest cavity.

   肋间肌

   • The intercostals assist in the process of breathing by lifting the rib cage.
   • During deep breathing, the intercostals contract more forcefully.
   • Injury to the intercostals can cause pain when inhaling.