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xiphoid process

Term ID
UBERON:0002207
Synonyms
  • metasternum
  • processus xiphoideus
  • xiphisternum
  • xiphoid
  • xiphoid process
  • xiphoid process of sternum
  • xiphoideus
  • xiphosternal junction
  • xyphoid
Definition
A cartilaginous extension to the distal part of the sternum. (2)
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Relationships
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