Sternum vs Tibia
| Properti | Sternum | Tibia |
|---|---|---|
| Nama Latin | Os sternum | Os tibiae |
| Tipe | Bone | Bone |
| Sistem Tubuh | Skeletal | Skeletal |
| Wilayah Tubuh | Thorax | Leg |
| Fungsi | The flat bone in the center of the anterior chest wall. Protects the heart and great vessels. Provides attachment for the costal cartilages of the upper seven ribs and the … | The larger of the two leg bones, the tibia bears most of the weight transmitted from the femur to the foot. It provides attachment for muscles of the leg and … |
| Signifikansi Klinis | Sternal fractures occur from direct trauma (steering wheel injuries). Median sternotomy is the standard approach for open-heart surgery. Sternal bone marrow aspiration and biopsy are common diagnostic procedures. | Tibial plateau fractures affect the knee joint. Tibial shaft fractures are the most common long bone fractures. Stress fractures of the tibia are common in athletes and military personnel. |
| FMA ID | 7485 | 24476 |
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Sternum
Os sternum
The flat bone at the center of the anterior chest wall, the sternum shields the heart and great vessels and anchors the costal cartilages of the upper seven ribs and the clavicles; its interior is …