Chest Organs Anatomy, Diagram & Function | Body Maps - Healthline
WEBJan 20, 2018 · The chest is the area of origin for many of the body’s systems as it houses organs such as the heart, esophagus, trachea, lungs, and thoracic diaphragm. The circulatory system does most of its...
Thorax: Anatomy, wall, cavity, organs & neurovasculature - Kenhub
WEBSep 19, 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.
Thoracic Cavity: Location and Function - Cleveland Clinic
WEBFeb 20, 2023 · Your thoracic cavity is a space in your chest that contains organs, blood vessels, nerves and other important body structures. It’s divided into three main parts: right pleural cavity, left pleural cavity and mediastinum. The five organs in your thoracic cavity are your heart, lungs, esophagus, trachea and thymus.
Thorax - Wikipedia
WEBIn the human body, the region of the thorax between the neck and diaphragm in the front of the body is called the chest. The corresponding area in an animal can also be referred to as the chest. The shape of the chest does not correspond to that part of the thoracic skeleton that encloses the heart and lungs.
Chest Anatomy, Definition & Diagram | Body Maps - Healthline
WEBJan 20, 2018 · Human body. Chest. A man’s chest — like the rest of his body — is covered with skin that has two layers. The epidermis is the outermost layer that provides a protective, waterproof seal over...
Thorax Anatomy - TeachMeAnatomy
WEBThe thorax is the area of the body situated between the neck and the abdomen. The thorax itself can be split up into various areas that contain important structures. The thorax is bound by bony structures including the 12 pairs of ribs and thoracic vertebrae, whilst also being supported by many ligaments and muscles.
Anatomy, Thorax - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
WEBJul 30, 2023 · The thorax is the region between the abdomen inferiorly and the root of the neck superiorly. [1] [2] The thorax forms from the thoracic wall, its superficial structures (breast, muscles, and skin), and the thoracic cavity.
Thorax - 3D Interactive Anatomy Tutorials
WEB3D interactive modules and video tutorials on the anatomy of the thoracic cavity, including the heart, lungs, breast, chest wall, and respiratory tract.
Chest anatomy illustrations: normal anatomy | e-Anatomy
WEB6 days ago · All the anatomical illustrations are original and were created by Micheau, Antoine - MD. They were drawn in Illustrator using 3D modeling derived from medical imaging (principally thoracic scan). The anatomical drawings were organized in a fairly classical manner to be easily used as a standard anatomical atlas.
Anatomy, Thorax, Lungs - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
WEBApr 20, 2024 · The pleural space is a thin, fluid-filled cavity located between the lungs and the chest wall's inner surface. This potential space is lined by 2 serous membrane layers: the visceral pleura, which covers the lung surfaces, and the parietal pleura, which lines the chest wall's interior surface (see Image .