Costal Groove (Noun)
Meaning
Groove between the ribs where the nerves and blood vessels are.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The intercostal nerves and vessels run within the costal groove on the inferior border of each rib.
- The costal groove is a channel that houses the intercostal nerves and blood vessels that supply the chest wall.
- On the inner surface of each rib is a costal groove that provides protection for the intercostal nerves and vessels.
- The medial and inferior edges of the ribs have a costal groove that lets nerves and vessels through.
- The rib's costal groove ensures safe passage of nerves and blood vessels supplying the intercostal space.