Scalenus posterior

Definition

The Scalenus posterior (Scalenus posticus), the smallest and most deeply seated of the three Scaleni, arises, by two or three separate tendons, from the posterior tubercles of the transverse processes of the lower two or three cervical vertebræ, and is inserted by a thin tendon into the outer surface of the second rib, behind the attachment of the serratus ventralis. It is occasionally blended with the Scalenus medius. [WP,unvetted].

Also known as musculus scalenus posterior, posterior scalene, posterior scalene muscle, scalenus dorsalis, scalenus dorsalis muscle — per UBERON

The Scalenus posterior is a part of the Muscular.

Also identified as

• NCIT C52985 per UBERON
• UMLS C1710019 per UBERON