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Superior lobe of left lung Lobus superior pulmonis sinistri

Superior lobe of left lung (Lobus superior pulmonis sinistri); Image: Yousun Koh

Superior lobe of left lung (Lobus superior pulmonis sinistri); Image: National Library of Medicine

Superior lobe of left lung (Lobus superior pulmonis sinistri); Image: Yousun Koh

Superior lobe of left lung (Lobus superior pulmonis sinistri); Image: Begoña Rodriguez

Superior lobe of left lung (Lobus superior pulmonis sinistri); Image: National Library of Medicine

Superior lobe of left lung (Lobus superior pulmonis sinistri); Image: Begoña Rodriguez

Superior lobe of left lung (Lobus superior pulmonis sinistri); Image: National Library of Medicine

Superior lobe of left lung (Lobus superior pulmonis sinistri); Image: National Library of Medicine

Superior lobe of left lung (Lobus superior pulmonis sinistri); Image: National Library of Medicine

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The lung is not only our organ for breathing. It is also involved in maintaining the homeostasis. Thus the lung helps to regulate the acid-base balance.

Anatomy of breathing

Anatomy of breathing

This article describes the anatomy of breathing, including details about the components, mechanism and regulation. Learn this topic now at Kenhub!

The Respiratory System

The Respiratory System

This is an article covering the anatomy and pathology of the respiratory system. Learn all about the system responsible for gas exchange in your body here!

This is an article covering the anatomy and pathology related to the Trachea. Learn all about it at Kenhub now.

Bronchopulmonary segments

Bronchopulmonary segments

This is an article covering the anatomy of the bronchopulmonary segments. Learn all about these divisions of the lungs at Kenhub now.

Hilum of the lung

Hilum of the lung

This is an article covering the anatomy and pathology of the hilum of the lung. Learn all about this important structure of the lungs at Kenhub now.

This is an article covering the anatomy, function and histology of the Bronchi. Learn all about these passageways leading into the lungs at Kenhub now.

This is an article covering the anatomy, function and related clinical points of the alveoli. Start learning those structures now at Kenhub.

Pulmonary Arteries and Veins

Pulmonary Arteries and Veins

This is an article covering the anatomy, function and related clinical notes of the pulmonary arteries and veins. Learn all about them now at Kenhub.

This is an article covering the boundaries, pleural reflections and recesses and pathology related to the pleural cavity. Learn all about it at Kenhub now.

Vascular System and Innervation of the Lungs

Vascular System and Innervation of the Lungs

This is an article covering the blood supply, venous drainage, innervation, lymphatic drainage and pathology related to the Vascular System and Lungs.

The diaphragm is a skeletal muscle that separates the thoracic and abdominal cavities, and plays a major role in respiration. Learn all about it here.

Histology of the Upper Respiratory Tract

Histology of the Upper Respiratory Tract

This is an article covering the histology of the upper respiratory tract - nasal cavity, pharynx and epiglottis. Learn all about it at Kenhub now.

Fetal circulation

Fetal circulation

This article describes the fetal circulation and all the anatomical structures involved. How the blood circulates in the fetus? Learn this topic at Kenhub.

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