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Anatomy
Basics
Terminology Introduction to the musculoskeletal system Introduction to the other systems
Upper limb
Overview Shoulder and arm Elbow and forearm Wrist and hand Nerves and vessels
Lower limb
Overview Hip and thigh Knee and leg Ankle and foot Nerves and vessels
Spine and back
Overview Spine Back
Thorax
Thoracic wall Female breast Mediastinum Esophagus Lungs Heart Diaphragm
Abdomen and pelvis
Abdominal wall Peritoneal cavity Stomach Spleen Liver Pancreas Small intestine Large intestine Kidneys Pelvis Urinary bladder and urethra Female reproductive organs Male reproductive organs Blood vessels of the abdomen and pelvis Lymphatics of the abdomen and the pelvis
Head and neck
Overview Skull Head Orbit and contents Nasal region Ear Teeth Oral cavity Pharynx Neck Nerves and vessels
Neuroanatomy
Cerebrum Subcortical structures Cerebellum and brainstem Ventricles, meninges and blood vessels Spinal cord Pathways of the nervous system Cranial nerves Peripheral nervous system
Cross sections
Head and neck Upper extremity Thorax Abdomen Male pelvis Female pelvis Lower extremity
Histology
General
Introduction to cells and tissues Epithelial tissue Connective tissue Nervous tissue Muscle tissue Cartilage and bone
Systems
Cardiovascular system Nervous system Integumentary system Musculoskeletal system Respiratory system Excretory system Endocrine system Digestive system Lymphatic system Male reproductive system Female reproductive system
Fetal tissues
Head and neck Trunk and limbs
Medical imaging
Head and neck
Head: Axial CT Brain: Axial MRI T2 Face: Axial MRI T2 Neck: Axial CT
Abdomen and pelvis
Abdomen: Axial MRI T2 Abdomen: Axial CT Female pelvis: Axial CT
Upper extremity
Shoulder: Axial MRI PD Wrist: Axial MRI T1
Lower extremity
Knee: Axial MRI
Thorax
Chest X-ray
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Thorax

Thoracic wall

The thoracic wall is comprised mainly of the ribs, the sternum and the thoracic muscles.
  1. Bones of the thoracic cavity
    The sternum and the ribs are the bones of the thoracic cage.
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  2. Sternum
    Bony elements of the sternum.
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  3. Ribs
    Main features of the ribs
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  4. Muscles of the thoracic wall
    Main muscles found in the thorax.
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  5. Nerves and vessels of the anterior thoracic wall
    Main arteries, veins and nerves of the anterior thoracic wall.
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  6. Neurovasculature of the intercostal space
    Main vessels and nerves of the intercostal space from a superolateral view.
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Female breast

The breasts are paired milk-producing organs in the upper ventral sides of the torso. They contain the mammary glands which secrete milk used to feed infants.
  1. Female breast structure
    Structures of the female breast seen on a sagittal section and anterolateral view.
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  2. Blood vessels of the female breast
    Arteries and veins of the female breast.
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  3. Lymphatics of the female breast
    Lymph vessels and nodes of the female breast.
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Mediastinum

The mediastinum is found in the midline of the thorax and is surrounded by the left and right pleural sacs. Many structures are found within this area.
  1. Contents of the mediastinum
    Contents of the mediastinum seen from the lateral views.
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  2. Lymphatics of the mediastinum
    Lymph nodes and vessels of the mediastinum and thoracic cavity.
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Esophagus

The esophagus is a long fibromuscular tube connecting the pharynx with the stomach. Here we will learn the structures that pass alongside and supply this organ.
  1. Esophagus in situ
    Esophagus in situ seen from the anterior view.
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  2. Blood supply of the esophagus
    Arteries and veins of the esophagus.
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  3. Nerves of the esophagus
    Autonomic innervation of the esophagus.
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Lungs

The lungs are two organs found within the chest cavity that are essential to respiration. There are many important structures associated to these organs.
  1. Lungs in situ
    Lungs in situ seen from the anterior view.
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  2. Medial views of the lungs
    Structures seen on the medial views of the right and left lungs.
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  3. Lateral views of the lungs
    Structures seen on the lateral views of the right and left lungs.
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  4. Trachea and bronchi
    Structures of the trachea and the bronchi seen from the anterior and posterior views.
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  5. Bronchioles and alveoli
    Learn the fine structure of the lungs.
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  6. Lymphatics of the lungs
    Lymph nodes and vessels of the lungs.
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Heart

The heart is responsible for pumping blood all over your body. It is a vital organ that has a complex structure made of cardiac tissue and embedded vessels.
  1. Heart in situ
    Heart in situ seen from the anterior view.
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  2. Anterior view of the heart
    Structures seen on the anterior view of the heart.
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  3. Posteroinferior view of the heart
    Structures seen on the posteroinferior view of the heart.
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  4. Right atrium and ventricle
    Structures of the right atrium and ventricle.
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  5. Left atrium and ventricle
    Structures of the left atrium and ventricle.
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  6. Heart valves
    Overview of the heart valves and related structures.
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  7. Coronary arteries and cardiac veins
    Overview of the main coronary arteries and cardiac veins.
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  8. Nerves of the heart
    Autonomic innervation of the heart seen on the anterior view of open thorax.
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  9. Lymphatics of the heart
    Lymphatic drainage of the heart.
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Diaphragm

The diaphragm is a muscle residing within the trunk and separates the thoracic and abdominal cavities. Many structures pass through it, including blood vessels.
  1. Thoracic surface of the diaphragm
    Structures seen on the thoracic surface of the diaphragm.
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  2. Abdominal surface of the diaphragm
    Structures seen on the abdominal surface of the diaphragm.
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