Costal tuberosity –>
impression for costoclavicular ligament
(Science: anatomy) An irregular pitted area on the inferior surface of the clavicle at its sternal end, giving attachment to the costoclavicular ligament.
Synonym: impressio ligamenti costoclavicularis, costal tuberosity, rhomboid impression, tuberositas costalis.
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