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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

Synonym(s)

  • Chest
  • Thoraces

In other languages

  • French

  • Poitrine
  • Région thoracique
  • Torse

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