| Radiate sternocostal ligaments | |
|---|---|
| Details | |
| From | sternum |
| To | costal cartilage |
| Identifiers | |
| Latin | ligamenta sternocostalia radiata |
| TA | A03.3.05.003 |
| FMA | 71396 |
| Anatomical terminology | |
The Radiate sternocostal ligaments are fibrous bands that cross from the sternal end of the costal cartilage to the ventral part of the sternum.
The costal cartilages are bars of hyaline cartilage that serve to prolong the ribs forward and contribute to the elasticity of the walls of the thorax. Costal cartilage is only found at the anterior ends of the ribs, providing medial extension.
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