Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5955990 | Chest | 2013 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
The intercostal artery is exposed within the intercostal space in the first 6 cm lateral to the spine. The variability of its vertical position is greater in older patients and in more cephalad rib spaces.
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Authors
Emma J. MD, Najib M. DPhil, Omid MSc, Danial L. MD, Fergus V. MD, FCCP,