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Anatomy Of The Diaphragm
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Summary
The diaphragm is a
Dome-shaped muscular partition
that separates the
Thoracic Cavity
from the
Abdominal Cavity
and plays a crucial role in respiration by
Contracting and flattening
to
Increase thoracic volume
during inhalation. It is innervated by the
Phrenic Nerve
and receives
Blood Supply
from the
Inferior Phrenic Arteries
, ensuring its
Vital function in breathing
and its involvement in various
Physiological Processes
.
Concepts
Thoracic Cavity
Abdominal Cavity
Respiration
Phrenic Nerve
Inferior Phrenic Arteries
Muscular Partition
Inhalation
Thoracic Volume
Dome-shaped Structure
Diaphragmatic Function
Diaphragmatic Crura
Esophageal Hiatus
Relevant Degrees
Anatomy 80%
Physiology 20%
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