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clavicle Anatomy 1. either of the two bones connecting the shoulder blades with the upper part of the breastbone 2. the corresponding structure in other vertebrates clavicle [′klav·ə·kal] (anatomy) A bone in the pectoral girdle of vertebrates with articulation occurring at the sternum and scapula. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| According to the medical notes, radiography of the patient's right shoulder revealed a rotator cuff tear with 2+ clavicular spur and narrowing of the acromial space. Abusers call such an injection a "pocket shot," referring to the pocket between the sternal and clavicular heads of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. A tattoo of the name "John" is written in fine script in the clavicular region of his right upper chest; a black outlined tattoo, 9 by 4 inches, of a peacock is on his right upper back; and an old English script letter "E" or "F" is on his left forearm. |
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