Intraarticular sternocostal ligament

Intraarticular sternocostal ligament

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Anterior view of thorax, showing the relations of the pleuræ and lungs to the chest wall. Pleura in blue; lungs in purple. (Intraarticular sternocostal ligament not labeled, but region is visible.)
Latin	Ligamentum sternocostale intraarticulare

The Intraarticular sternocostal ligament is a ligament in the human body that connects the sternum and the costal cartilages. It is a part of the sternocostal joints, which are the joints between the sternum and the ribs.

Structure

The intraarticular sternocostal ligament is a small fibrous band that extends from the first costal cartilage to the sternum. It is located within the joint capsule of the first sternocostal joint.

Function

The function of the intraarticular sternocostal ligament is to stabilize the sternocostal joint and limit the movement of the first rib.

Clinical significance

Injuries to the intraarticular sternocostal ligament can cause pain and limited movement in the chest and upper body.

See also

• Sternocostal joints
• Costal cartilages
• Sternum

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