costal

adjective

cos·​tal ˈkäs-tᵊl How to pronounce costal (audio)
: of, relating to, involving, or situated near a rib
costal fractures caused by violent coughing

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“Costal.” Merriam-Webster.com Medical Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/costal. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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