Intercostal lymph node

System Immune/Lymphatic
SNOMED CT 204088001

Intercostal lymph node

Definition

The intercostal lymph nodes (intercostal glands ) occupy the posterior parts of the intercostal spaces, in relation to the intercostal vessels. They receive the deep lymphatics from the postero-lateral aspect of the chest; some of these vessels are interrupted by small lateral intercostal glands.

Also known as intercostal node, nodi lymphoidei intercostales, nodus intercostale — per UBERON

The Intercostal lymph node is a part of the Immune/Lymphatic.

Also identified as