Sternum – jugular notch

Anatomy

Also known as presternal notch, a notch on the top of the manubrium, either side of which is sternocalvicualr joint.

Clinical

Easily visible and felt at bottom of v-shaped (sternocleidomastoid muscles make up each side of v) depression at front of neck, below chin.

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