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Thoracic Cavity

Medical Definition: The region of the thorax that includes the PLEURAL CAVITY and MEDIASTINUM.
Guide Notes: prefer specifics
Thoracic Cavity Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Mediastinum
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Pleural Cavity - Paired but separate cavity within the THORACIC CAVITY. It consists of the space between the parietal and visceral PLEURA and normally contains a capillary layer of serous fluid that lubricates the pleural surfaces.

Thoracic Cavity Medical Definitions and Terms

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