Diaphragm

The musculofibrous partition that separates the THORACIC CAVITY from the ABDOMINAL CAVITY. Contraction of the diaphragm increases the volume of the thoracic cavity aiding INHALATION.

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Tree Number(s): A01.923.112.250, A02.633.567.900.300

MeSH Unique ID: D003964

Entry Terms:

• Diaphragms
• Respiratory Diaphragm
• Diaphragm, Respiratory
• Diaphragms, Respiratory
• Respiratory Diaphragms

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Anatomy Category
Body Regions
Torso
Abdominal Core
Diaphragm

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Anatomy Category
Musculoskeletal System
Muscles
Muscle, Skeletal
Respiratory Muscles
Diaphragm