Methods: Data were taken from a prospective study on intramedullary fixation techniques using the elastic stable Ti nail (TEN, Synthes) for the treatment of displaced midclavicular fractures, ...

Look for the following: A PMI lateral to the midclavicular line or below the sixth intercostal space suggests left ventricular enlargement.

Physicians traditionally decompress tension pneumothorax by inserting a needle at the second ICS in the midclavicular line. However, another site features significantly less chest wall thickness.

The apical pulse is one of eight common arterial pulse sites. Here’s how this type of pulse is taken and how it can be used to diagnose heart problems.