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thoracic wall
- Term ID
- UBERON:0016403
- Synonyms
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- chest wall
- Definition
- The thoracic wall (or chest wall) is the boundary of the thoracic cavity. The bony portion is known as the thoracic cage. However, the wall also includes muscle, skin, and fascia. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thoracic_wall
- References
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- MESH:A01.911.850
- Thoracic:wall
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