costal facet (inferior/superior/transverse)

Introduction

A facet on the articular surface of a vertebra for articulation with a rib

Inferior/superior costal facet:

A facet on the articular surface of a vertebra for articulating with head of a rib.

Transverse costal facet:

More general terms

• facet

More specific terms

• transverse costal facet; costal pit of transverse process