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Structure of thoracic segment of trunk (body structure)
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This segment relates to the volume of the trunk that is bounded by and includes: superiorly the thoracic inlet; inferiorly the thoracic diaphragm; posteriorly the spinal column and back of the thorax; and laterally the chest wall: it contains the thoracic cavity and contents, and includes all the overlying muscles, skin and subcutaneous tissue.
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Structure of thoracic segment of trunk (body structure)
Synonyms
- Structure of thoracic segment of trunk
- Thoracic segment of trunk
- Upper trunk
- Upper trunk structure