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Measurement of the diameter of the chest apex (Dapex) and base (Dbase). Horizontal lines were drawn from the inner margin of the rib on one side to the other side perpendicular to the line connecting the spinous processes. The longest line of the 2nd rib (Dapex) and the 9th rib (Dbase) were measured.
