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Function of Xiphoid process

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Anonymous

14y ago
Updated: 8/17/2019

It provides an attachment point for the rectus abdominus muscle.

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What is the purpose of the xiphoid process?

The function of the xiphoid process is to attach the cartilage in the celiac plexus to the sternum. It also indirectly attaches the costal cartilage to the sternum.


Why is your xiphoid process swollen?

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What Xiphoid process cause pain and discomfort?

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What are the three fusion bones that connect to the sternum?

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Is the hand below the xiphoid process?

In anatomical position, the hands are indeed inferior to the xiphoid process of the sternum.


Why xiphoid process is known of landmark for CPR?

To locate, and not push onto the xiphoid process so that it breaks and injures the liver.


What does the xiphoid process do?

The xiphoid process is a small extension of the lower part of the sternum. It does not have a significant function of its own but is considered to serve as an attachment point for some abdominal muscles and the diaphragm. In certain medical emergencies, it can be used as a landmark for chest compressions during CPR.


The process tip of the breast bone?

Xiphoid process


What does the term xiphoid mean literally and to what sternal feature does it apply?

sward-shaped, to the xiphoid process


What is a xiphoid?

A xiphoid is the cartilaginous extension of the lower sternum - otherwise known as the xiphisternum.


The most inferior portion of the sternum is the xiphoid process what does the term xiphoid mean literally and to what sternal feature does it apply?

The term "xiphoid" means "sword-shaped" and it refers to the small, sword-like structure at the inferior end of the sternum, known as the xiphoid process. It is a small, cartilaginous extension at the bottom of the sternum in the shape of a sword.


What organ is below the xiphoid process?

liver