Sternum

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Sternum
TermSternum
Short definitionsternum - (pronounced) (Sternum) The long flat bone that forms the center front of the chest wall. The sternum is attached to the collarbone and the first seven ribs. 
TypeCancer terms
SpecialtyOncology
LanguageEnglish
SourceNCI
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sternum - (pronounced) (Sternum) The long flat bone that forms the center front of the chest wall. The sternum is attached to the collarbone and the first seven ribs. Also called breastbone

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