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BIFID XIPHOID PROCESS: A CADAVERIC CASE REPORT

📘 Volume 11 📄 Issue 2 📅 February 2026

👤 Authors

Dr. Puneetha S, Dr. Monika Singh J G 1
1. Department of Rachana Sharira, Rajeev Institute of Ayurvedic Medical Science and Research Centre, Rachana Sharira, Hassan, Karnataka, India

📄 Abstract

The xiphoid process is the smallest and most variable part of the sternum. Anatomical variations of the xiphoid process are common and may lead to diagnostic confusion during clinical examination or radiological interpretation. Case Presentation: During routine cadaveric dissection in the Department of Rachana sharira, RIAMS, Hassan,Karnataka, a bifid xiphoid process was observed in an adult cadaver. The xiphoid process showed a distinct bifurcation at its distal end, giving a Y-shaped appearance. Conclusion: Bifid xiphoid process represents a normal developmental variation. Awareness of such variations is important for anatomists, surgeons, and radiologists to avoid misdiagnosis and prevent procedural complications.

🏷️ Keywords

Xiphoid process Bifid xiphoid Sternum Anatomical variation Cadaveric study

🔗 DOI

View DOI - (https://doi.org/10.36713/epra25991)

📚 How to Cite:

Dr. Puneetha S, Dr. Monika Singh J G , BIFID XIPHOID PROCESS: A CADAVERIC CASE REPORT , Volume 11 , Issue 2, February 2026, EPRA International Journal of Research & Development (IJRD) , DOI: https://doi.org/10.36713/epra25991

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