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Intercostal spaces :-
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Intercostal spaces are the anatomical spaces between adjacent ribs.
These spaces contain muscles, nerves, and blood vessels crucial for respiration and thoracic stability.

Anatomical Components -
1) Intercostal Muscles

External Intercostal Muscles
Located superficially.
Fibers run obliquely downward and forward.
Function: Elevate the ribs during inspiration.
Internal Intercostal Muscles
Positioned deeper to the external intercostal muscles.
Fibers run obliquely downward and backward.
Function: Depress the ribs during forced expiration.
Innermost Intercostal Muscles
The deepest layer of intercostal muscles.
Similar orientation to internal intercostal muscles.
Function: Assist internal intercostal muscles in expiration.
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Intercostal Nerves -
Derived from the ventral rami of thoracic spinal nerves (T1-T11).
Each nerve runs along the inferior margin of the rib above within the costal groove.
Provides motor innervation to intercostal muscles and sensory innervation to the skin overlying the intercostal spaces.

Intercostal Arteries -

Posterior Intercostal Arteries -
Branches of the thoracic aorta.
Supply the posterior intercostal spaces.

Anterior Intercostal Arteries -
Branches of the internal thoracic artery (a branch of the subclavian artery).
Supply the anterior intercostal spaces.
Intercostal Veins

Posterior Intercostal Veins-
Drain into the azygos and hemiazygos veins.
Anterior Intercostal Veins
Drain into the internal thoracic veins.
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Function of Intercostal Spaces -

1) Respiratory Mechanics -
Intercostal muscles play a crucial role in the mechanics of breathing.
External intercostal muscles aid in inspiration by elevating the ribs and expanding the thoracic cavity.Internal and innermost intercostal muscles assist in expiration by depressing the ribs and reducing the thoracic cavity.

2) Protection of Neurovascular Structures -
The intercostal spaces protect vital neurovascular bundles (nerves, arteries, veins) that run between the ribs. Proper function and health of these structures are critical for thoracic function and sensation.
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Clinical Significance -

1) Intercostal Neuralgia
Pain arising from the intercostal nerves due to irritation or inflammation.
Causes include trauma, infection (e.g., shingles), and post-thoracic surgery.

2) Thoracocentesis
A medical procedure involving the insertion of a needle into the pleural cavity through the intercostal space to remove fluid.
The procedure requires careful avoidance of the neurovascular bundle, which lies just beneath the rib.

3) Intercostal Muscle Strain
Common in athletes and individuals involved in heavy lifting.
Results from overuse or acute injury to the intercostal muscles, leading to pain and restricted movement.

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