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Chapter-05 Thorax

BOOK TITLE: Dissection Manual, Living and Cross-sectional Anatomy

Author
1. Mazumdar Sibani
2. Mazumdar Ardhendu
ISBN
9789350250471
DOI
10.5005/jp/books/11583_5
Edition
1/e
Publishing Year
2012
Pages
18
Author Affiliations
1. Calcutta National Medical College, Kolkata, India, Calcutta National Medical College, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (IPGMEandR), Kolkata, West Bengal, India, Calcutta National Medical College, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
2. Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (IPGMEandR), Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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Abstract

This chapter cover introduction, dissection, applied anatomy and living anatomy of thorax. 33 well illustrated photographs, pictures and diagrams are included in this chapter. Each topic has applied anatomy at the end. Description of lungs, heart, diaphragm, mediastinum and muscles of intercostal spaces are given in 7 tables to facilitate quick learning. Intercostal spaces, lungs, heart, pericardium, pleura, mediastinum, arch of aorta, diaphragm, trachea, oesophagus, coronary arteries, coronary sinus, cardiac plexus, thoracic duct and superior vena cava are explained in detail. Dissection steps and incision for each part of thorax are given separately. Review questions for each topic are given at the end of the chapter.

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