Prime rib and ribeye come from the same area of a cow, but prime rib is a larger cut that is broken down into a roast, while ...

The first rib and the clavicle are oriented in such a way that the clavicle (collarbone) essentially scissors against the first rib especially when the first rib is […] Skip to content All Sections ...

The study revealed that 92% of fetuses had a typical number of ribs, 5.3% had fewer, and 2.7% had more. The first seven sets of ribs are called true ribs. Costal cartilage anchors them to the edge ...

Therefore, these patients are also treated with a transaxillary first rib resection for complete decompression of both the upper and the lower brachial plexus distribution. Neurogenic and/or ...

The purpose of this article is to discuss the feasibility of using computer-enhanced instrumentation to improve visualization and therefore patient safety during transaxillary first rib resection.