The ligaments that attach the ribs to the spine are important for stability and serve as landmarks during invasive procedures. This chapter focuses on the anatomy of these ligaments, including histological and radiological findings. A more detailed understanding of the costovertebral and costotransverse ligaments can improve diagnoses and imaging interpretation.

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Costotransverse and Costovertebral Joints

  • Aishwarya Gilkes,
  • R. Shane Tubbs

摘要

The ligaments that attach the ribs to the spine are important for stability and serve as landmarks during invasive procedures. This chapter focuses on the anatomy of these ligaments, including histological and radiological findings. A more detailed understanding of the costovertebral and costotransverse ligaments can improve diagnoses and imaging interpretation.