Area two fingerbreadths above the clavicle

What does "Area two fingerbreadths above the clavicle" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Area two fingerbreadths above the clavicle" refers to a specific location on the body. The clavicle is more commonly known as the collarbone, which is located at the base of the neck and top of the chest. When a doctor refers to "two fingerbreadths" above this bone, they are using a rough measurement equivalent to the width of two fingers. Therefore, this phrase describes a spot on the neck, roughly two fingers' width above the collarbone.

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