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Thorax
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Thoracic wall
The thoracic wall is comprised mainly of the ribs, the sternum and the thoracic muscles.
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SternumIntroduction to the main features of the sternum.
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RibsIntroduction to the main features of the ribs.
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Muscles of the thoracic wallIntroduction to the muscles of the thoracic cage.
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Neurovasculature of the thoracic wallIntroduction to the arteries, nerves and veins of the thoracic wall.
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Neurovasculature of the intercostal spaceIntroduction to the arteries, nerves and veins of the intercostal space.
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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.
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Structure of the female breastAn overview of the structures of the female breast.
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Blood vessels of the female breastAn overview of the arteries and veins of the female breast.
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Lymphatics of the female breastAn overview of the lymph nodes and vessels 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.
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Borders, divisions and contents of the mediastinumIntroduction to the anatomy and relations of the mediastinum.
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Neurovasculature of the posterior mediastinumIntroduction to the arteries, veins and nerves of the posterior mediastinum.
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EsophagusIntroduction to the anatomy and neurovascular supply of the esophagus.
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Lymphatics of the mediastinumIntroduction to the lymph nodes and vessels of the mediastinum and thorax.
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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.
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TracheaIntroduction to the trachea.
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Bronchial tree and alveoliIntroduction to the main structures of the bronchial tree.
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Overview of the lungsIntroduction to the medial and lateral surfaces of the lungs.
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Lungs in situIntroduction to the anatomical structure of the lungs in situ.
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Lymphatics of the lungsIntroduction to the lymphatic drainage 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.
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Heart in situOverview of the heart and its relationship with surrounding structures.
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Surface anatomy of the heartOverview of the structures seen on the surfaces of the heart.
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Right atrium and ventricleOverview of the right atrium and ventricle of the heart.
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Left atrium and ventricleOverview of the left atrium and ventricle of the heart.
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Heart valvesOverview of the heart valves.
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Coronary arteries and cardiac veinsOverview of the coronary arteries and cardiac veins.
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Nerves of the heartOverview of the autonomic innervation of the heart.
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Lymphatics of the heartOverview of the 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.
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Thoracic surface of the diaphragmStructures seen on the thoracic surface of the diaphragm.
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Abdominal surface of the diaphragmStructures seen on the abdominal surface of the diaphragm.
