Har·ri·son groove

(har'i-sŏn),

a deformity of the ribs which results from the pull of the diaphragm on ribs weakened by rickets or other softening of the bone.

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Har·ri·son groove

(har'i-sŏn grūv)

A deformity of the ribs that results from the pull of the diaphragm on ribs weakened by rickets or other softening of the bone.

Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012

Harrison,

Edward, English physician, 1766-1838.

Harrison groove - a deformity of the ribs.

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