Adjective
Of or pertaining to the sternum; in the region of the sternum.
Source: Webster's dictionaryOn each side, it had six ribs, four of which articulated with the sternum through sternal ribs. Source: Internet
In cattle, the symptoms may include drooling, restlessness, uncoordination, urine retention, dysphagia, and sternal recumbency. Source: Internet
The apex of the lung extends into the root of the neck, reaching shortly above the level of the sternal end of the first rib. Source: Internet
This is determined by measuring from the center of the nipple to the sternal notch (at the top of the breast bone) to gauge how far the nipple has fallen. Source: Internet
Trail pheromones are secreted from the sternal gland, and sex pheromones derive from two glandular sources: the sternal and tergal glands. Source: Internet
When the animal lies down in a sternal recumbent position, the pedestal raises the body from the hot surface and allows cooling air to pass under the body. Source: Internet