transverse process
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of transverse process
First recorded in 1690–1700
Example Sentences
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On Friday morning, his status suddenly changed, the Chargers saying additional tests revealed a transverse process fracture.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 13, 2023
According to Winchester Hospital, a transverse process fracture is a break in the wing-like bones on side of each vertebra in the spine.
From Fox News ● Nov. 26, 2019
They have two straight losses since a 2-0 start and now they’ll be without QB Derek Carr for an estimated two to six weeks because of a transverse process fracture in his back.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 3, 2017
Newton suffered two transverse process fractures in his back during the collision on Tuesday near Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C.
From Reuters ● Dec. 12, 2014
A fracture of the transverse process existed, but unfortunately the spinal canal was not opened for examination and no details can be given as to the condition of the cord.
From Surgical Experiences in South Africa, 1899-1900 Being Mainly a Clinical Study of the Nature and Effects of Injuries Produced by Bullets of Small Calibre by Makins, George Henry
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