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19 wrz 2023 · The thoracic, or chest wall, consists of a skeletal framework, fascia, muscles, and neurovasculature – all connected together to form a strong and protective yet flexible cage. The thorax has two major openings: the superior thoracic aperture found superiorly and the inferior thoracic aperture located inferiorly.
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3D interactive modules and video tutorials on the anatomy of the thoracic cavity, including the heart, lungs, breast, chest wall, and respiratory tract.
6 sty 2024 · The lungs are the major organs of respiration. They are located in the chest, either side of the mediastinum. The function of the lungs is to oxygenate blood. They achieve this by bringing inspired air into close contact with oxygen-poor blood in the pulmonary capillaries.
2 paź 2024 · Anatomy of the chest and the lungs: anatomical illustrations. This e-Anatomy module presents an illustrated anatomy of the lungs, trachea, bronchi, pleural cavity and pulmonary vessels. This thoracic and pulmonary anatomy tool is especially designed for students of anatomy (medical and paramedical studies).
by Max Bidewell. Explore the anatomy of the human thorax. This comprehensive guide covers the thoracic cavity's vital structures and their functions. Learn more here.
3 dni temu · Occupying most of the space within the thoracic cavity, the lungs extend laterally from the heart to the ribs on both sides of the chest and continue posteriorly toward the spine. Each soft, spongy lung is roughly cone-shaped with the superior end of the lung forming the point of the cone and the inferior end forming the base.
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