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Sulcus for subclavian artery
Other Terms: Impression of subclavian artery, Sulcus of subclavian artery, Sulcus subclavius, Sulcus arteriae subclaviae, Sillon de l'artère subclavière
Description
This is a shallow groove on the superior surface of the first rib just posterior to the scalene tubercle. This shallow impression is formed by the subclavian artery as it passes into the axillary region.
Etymology
Sulcus is Latin for groove or a hollow channel. The term subclavius means below the clavicle in reference to the artery that passes below the clavicle.
Latin
Sulcus arteriae subclaviae
French
Sillon de l'artère subclavière
