A lot of foci in the lungs are the features of the sternum, including transudatory foci and proliferous foci, therefore, it should be considered probably for the secondary TB. 胸片特点病灶很多,有渗出性的,但增殖性病灶太多,所以多考虑为继发性结核。
The sternum or breastbone is a long flat bone shaped like a necktie located in the center of the chest. It connects to the ribs via cartilage, forming the front of the rib cage, and thus helps to protect the heart, lungs,and major blood vessels from injury. The sternum consists of three regions: the manubrium, the body, and the xiphoid process.