Medical Definition of Scalenus anterior
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Origin, anterior tubercles of transverse processes of third to sixth cervical vertebrae; insertion, scalene tubercle of first rib; action, raises first rib; nerve supply, cervical plexus.
Synonym: musculus scalenus anterior, anterior scalene muscle, musculus scalenus anticus.
(05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Scalenus Anterior
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