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substernal

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ster⋅nal

  [stur-nl]
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–adjective
of or pertaining to the sternum.
Origin:
1750–60; < NL sternālis. See sternum, -al 1
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Main Entry: ster·nal
Pronunciation: 'st&rn-&l
Function: adjective
: of or relating to the sternum

Main Entry: sub·ster·nal
Pronunciation: "s&b-'st&r-n&l
Function: adjective
: situated or perceived behind or below the sternum<substernal pain>
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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sternal ster·nal (stûr'nəl)
adj.
Of, relating to, or occurring near the sternum.

The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
Copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Company.
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