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DictionarySeeanglecostal angle
angle of rib [TA] the abrupt change in curvature of the body of a rib posteriorly, such that the neck and head of the rib are directed upward. Synonym(s): angulus costae [TA], costal anglecos·tal an·gle (kos'tăl ang'gĕl) The rather abrupt change in curvature of the body of a rib posteriorly, such that the neck and head of the rib are directed upward. Synonym(s): angulus costae [TA] . costal angleThe meeting point of the lower border of the false ribs with the axis of the sternum.See also: angle |