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Thorax The thorax or chest (from the Greek θώραξ thorax breastplate, cuirass, corslet via Latin: thorax) is a part of the anatomy of humans and various other animals located between the neck and the abdomen. The thorax includes the thoracic cavity and the thoracic wall. It contains organs including the heart, lungs, and thymus gland, as well as muscles and various other internal structures. Many diseases may affect the chest, and one of the most common symptoms is chest pain. 1 Structure.
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Thoracic Wall, Intercostal Space the opening at the superior end of the rib cage through which cervical structures enter the thorax; bounded by the T1 vertebral body, both of the 1st ribs and their costal cartilages, and the manubrium of the sternum.
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Lexic.us Definition of Mediastinum. 1. Noun. The part of the thoracic cavity between the lungs that contains the heart and aorta and esophagus and trachea and thymus.efinition of Mediastinum. 1. Noun. (anatomy) The region in mammals between the pleural sacs, containing the heart and all of the thoracic viscera except the lungs.
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- Synonyms for thoracic cavity the cavity in the vertebrate body enclosed by the ribs between the diaphragm and the neck and containing the lungs and heart Synonyms
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thorax Thorax definition, Anatomy. the part of the trunk in humans and higher vertebrates between the neck and the abdomen, containing the cavity, enclosed by the ribs, sternum, and certain vertebrae, in which the heart, lungs, etc., are situated; chest. Zoology. a corresponding part in other animals.
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- The noun THORACIC CAVITY has 1 sense: 1. the cavity in the vertebrate body enclosed by the ribs between the diaphragm and the neck and containing the lungs and heart. Familiarity information: THORACIC CAVITY used as a noun is very rare. Dictionary entry details.
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thoracic Refers to the chest area. The thorax runs between the abdomen and neck and is encased in the ribs. thoracic (th·raˑ·sik), adj area of the back between the neck and twelfth rib. thoracic. pertaining to the chest. See also thoracolumbar. if obviously distorted can mean that the flatter side has a collapsed lung.
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The Heart Pleura in blue; lungs in purple. A transverse section of the thorax, showing the contents of the middle and the posterior mediastinum. The pleural and pericardial cavities are exaggerated since normally there is no space between parietal and visceral pleura and between pericardium and heart.
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thorax the part of the body between the neck and abdomen; the chest. It is separated from the abdomen by the diaphragm. The walls of the thorax are formed by pairs of ribs, attached to the sides of the spine and curving toward the sternum.
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Thoracic cavity Thoracic cavity: Thoracic cavity, the second largest hollow space of the body. It is enclosed by the ribs, the vertebral column, and the sternum, or breastbone, and is separated from the
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Regions of the Thorax Regions of the Thorax. Thorax. The thorax is the superior part of the trunk between the neck and the abdomen. The term chest is commonly used as a synonym for thorax, but our concept of the chest (upper part of the torso) is much more extensive than the thoracic wall and cavity contained within it.
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- thoracic meaning in Veterinary Dictionary. thoracic meaning in General Dictionary. (a.) Of or regarding the thorax, or chest. (letter.) Among a team of fishes obtaining the ventral fins placed underneath the thorax or beneath the pectorial fins.
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Thorax The thorax includes the thoracic cavity and the thoracic wall. It contains organs including the heart, lungs and thymus gland, as well as muscles and various other internal structures.Many diseases may affect the chest, and one of the most common symptoms is chest pain.he thorax or chest (Greek: θώραξ (from the Greek θώραξ thorax breastplate, cuirass, corslet), Latin: thorax is a part of the anatomy of humans and various other animals located between the neck and the abdomen.
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- Define thoracic cavity. thoracic cavity synonyms, thoracic cavity pronunciation, thoracic cavity translation, English dictionary definition of thoracic cavity. Noun 1. thoracic cavity - the cavity in the vertebrate body enclosed by the ribs between the diaphragm and the neck and containing the lungs and heart chest...
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Hemothorax A hemothorax (hemo- + thorax) (or haemothorax /Haemorrhagic pleural effusion) is a type of pleural effusion in which blood accumulates in the pleural cavity.n supine patients, signs of hemothorax may also be subtle on radiographic film, because the blood will layer in the pleural space, and can be seen as a haziness in one half of the thorax relative to the other side.
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Part 4: THE THORAX Part 4: THE THORAX. The thorax contains the heart, lungs, and other important structures within a skeletal framework that also protects some of the abdominal organs. The skeleton consists of the thoracic vertebrae and intervertebral discs, the ribs and costal cartilages, and the sternum (see fig. 19-1).
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Anatomy of the thorax (lungs and mediastinum) (CT) - interactive atlas of human anatomy using cross-sectional imaging Images and anatomical references. We have created an anatomical atlas of the chest and the mediastinum which is an interactive tool for studying the cross-sectional anatomy of the normal thorax based on an enhanced multidetector computed tomography with helical angiography of the thorax (axial plane).
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Thoracotomy A thoracotomy is an incision into the pleural space of the chest. It is performed by surgeons (or emergency physicians under certain circumstances) to gain access to the thoracic organs, most commonly the heart, the lungs, or the esophagus, or for access to the thoracic aorta or the anterior spine (the latter may be necessary to access tumors in the spine).
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What is another word for thoracic? Definition 1: of or relating to the chest or thorax - [adjective denoting pert] Samples where thoracic or its synonyms are used according to this definition. pectoral organ.
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- lung. 1  either of the two saclike respiratory organs in the thorax of humans and the higher vertebrates. 2  an analogous organ in certain invertebrates, as arachnids or terrestrial gastropods. 3  at the top of one's lungs, as loudly as possible; with full voice: The baby cried at the top of his lungs.
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A&P Chapter 7 Bony Thorax or Thoracic Cage. forms a protective cage around the heart, lungs, and great blood vessels; supports the shoulder girdles and upper limbs; provides attachment for many neck, back, chest, and shoulder muscles; uses intercostal muscles to lift and depress thorax during breathing.   .
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Thorax (insect anatomy) It is formed by the prothorax, mesothorax an metathorax and comprises the scutellum; the cervix, a membrane that separates the heid frae the thorax; an the pleuron, a lateral sclerite o the thorax. In dragonflies and damselflies the mesothorax and metathorax are fused together tae form the synthorax.
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Rib cage The rib cage is an arrangement of bones in the thorax of all vertebrates except the lamprey and the frog. It is formed by the vertebral column, ribs, and sternum and encloses the heart and lungs. In humans, the rib cage, also known as the thoracic cage, is a bony and cartilaginous structure which surrounds the thoracic cavity and supports the pectoral girdle (shoulder girdle), forming a core portion of the human skeleton.
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Thorax (insect anatomy) The thorax is the midsection (tagma) of the insect body. It holds the head, legs, wings and abdomen. It is also called mesosoma in other arthropods. It is formed by the prothorax, mesothorax and metathorax and comprises the scutellum; the cervix, a membrane that separates the head from the thorax; and the pleuron, a lateral sclerite of the thorax. In dragonflies and damselflies the mesothorax and metathorax are fused together to form the synthorax.
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- pleura-the thin serous membrane around the lungs and inner walls of the chest. parietal pleura-pleura that lines the inner chest walls and covers the diaphragm. visceral pleura-pleura that covers the lungs. pleural cavity-the cavity in the thorax that contains the lungs and heart.serosa, serous membrane-a thin membrane lining the closed cavities of the body; has two layers with a space between that is filled with serous fluid.Translations. [ˈplʊərə] n (pleurae (pl)) [ˈplʊəriː] → pleura.leura-the thin serous membrane around the lungs and inner walls of the chest. parietal pleura-pleura that lines the inner chest walls and covers the diaphragm. visceral pleura-pleura that covers the lungs. pleural cavity-the cavity in the thorax that contains the lungs and heart.
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- Definitions: 1. One side of the thorax. The definition information for hemithorax is provided by Stedman's. You can search our medical dictionary here.Stedman's, part of Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, provides a comprehensive line of health-science publications for healthcare professionals and medical students.he definition information for hemithorax is provided by Stedman's. You can search our medical dictionary here.