Espiral Atlas
MuscleThorax

Transversus thoracis muscle

musculus transversus thoracis

Slightly depresses the ribs; it may have a proprioceptive function. The internal thoracic arteries pass in front of it, below the 2nd costal cartilage.

Thorax – 3D human anatomy atlas

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  • Origin
  • Insertion
  • Innervation
  • Blood supply

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