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xiphoid process

/ˈzaɪfɔɪd ˈprəʊsɛs/

翻译: 胸骨最下端的剑状小骨,由软骨构成,成年后逐渐骨化,是腹壁肌肉和韧带的附着点。

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/ˈzaɪfɔɪd ˈprəʊsɛs/C1formalmedical
  • zh胸骨最下端的剑状小骨,由软骨构成,成年后逐渐骨化,是腹壁肌肉和韧带的附着点。

The small, cartilaginous extension at the lower end of the sternum (breastbone), which gradually ossifies with age. It serves as an attachment point for several abdominal muscles and ligaments.

  1. Bony projectionC1formal

    A small, cartilaginous extension at the lower end of the sternum (breastbone) that gradually ossifies with age.

    zh骨性突起

    • The xiphoid process can be felt as a small bump at the bottom of the ribcage.
    • During CPR, care must be taken to avoid fracturing the xiphoid process.
    • The xiphoid process is often used as an anatomical landmark for medical procedures.