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Body Regions > Torso > Thorax

Preferred term

Thorax  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • The upper part of the trunk between the NECK and the ABDOMEN. It contains the chief organs of the circulatory and respiratory systems. (From Stedman, 25th ed)

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • Chest
  • Thoraces

In other languages

  • French

  • Poitrine
  • Région thoracique
  • Torse

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