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chest cavity

/ˈtʃest ˈkævəti/

Traduction: Espace interne de la poitrine, délimité par les côtes et le diaphragme, contenant le cœur, les poumons et d'autres organes vitaux.

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/ˈtʃest ˈkævəti/C1formalmedical
  • frEspace interne de la poitrine, délimité par les côtes et le diaphragme, contenant le cœur, les poumons et d'autres organes vitaux.

The hollow space inside the chest (thorax) that contains the heart, lungs, and other vital organs, enclosed by the ribs and diaphragm.

  1. Thoracic cavityB2formal

    The chamber of the body of vertebrates that is protected by the thoracic wall (rib cage and associated skin, muscle, and fascia), and contains the heart, lungs, and other organs.

    frcavité thoracique

    • The surgeon made an incision into the chest cavity to access the heart.
    • The lungs are located within the chest cavity.
    • An X-ray can reveal fluid buildup in the chest cavity.