Difference between revisions of "Mediastinum - Anatomy & Physiology"
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Revision as of 13:03, 10 September 2010
Introduction
The mediastinum divides the thoracic cage into two halves. It extends from the Spine to the Sternum and contains many structures including blood vessels, nerves, oesophagus, trachea and heart.
References
- Sjaastad, O.V., Hove, K. and Sand, O. (2004) Physiology of Domestic Animals. Oslo: Scandinavian Veterinary Press.