An unusual bilateral sternalis muscle.
Title | An unusual bilateral sternalis muscle. |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2008 |
Authors | Natsis, K., Vlasis K., Totlis T., Paraskevas G., & Tsikaras P. |
Journal | Chirurgia (Bucur) |
Volume | 103 |
Issue | 2 |
Pagination | 231-2 |
Date Published | 2008 Mar-Apr |
ISSN | 1221-9118 |
Keywords | Cadaver, Dissection, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Muscle Fibers, Skeletal, Pectoralis Muscles, Sternum |
Abstract | In the current study, we present a bilateral sternalis muscle, which was found during routine dissection of a 64 years-old Caucasian male cadaver. At the right side, the muscle had an unusual morphology, namely it consisted of three almost parallel strap-like muscle slips. Moreover, we discuss the innervation, origin and incidence of this variation, which are under controversy, as well as its clinical relevance. |
Alternate Journal | Chirurgia (Bucur) |
PubMed ID | 18457105 |