Normal sternum - Lateral view
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Normal sternum - Lateral view
- The normal sternum has a smooth surface
- If visible, the sternomanubrial joint and the interface of the body and xiphisternum should not be mistaken for fractures
Sternal fracture - Lateral view
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Sternal fracture - Lateral view
- A step in the cortex represents a fracture
Sternal fracture - Lateral view
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Sternal fracture - Lateral view
- Another example