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Apex of lung

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The apex of the lung is rounded, and extends into the root of the neck, reaching from 2.5 to 4 cm. above the level of the sternal end of the first rib.

A sulcus produced by the subclavian artery as it curves in front of the pleura runs upward and lateralward immediately below the apex.

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