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Bassett Collection of Stereoscopic Images of Human Anatomy

Thoracic viscera in situ

Radiograph of thorax, anteroposterior view

Image #116-4

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Thoracic viscera in situ
Radiograph of thorax, anteroposterior view
The subject is a young female. The film was made during full inspiration.
  1. Body of vertebra Th. I (outlines of lower vertebrae not included in drawing but are clearly visible in stereoscopic view)
  2. Clavicle
  3. Rib I (anterior part)
  4. Trachea (radiolucent)
  5. Mammary body
  6. Right margin of heart
  7. Diaphragm (right dome)
  8. Aortic arch
  9. Pulmonary trunk
  10. Left main bronchus (faintly visible as translucent band)
  11. Heart
  12. Left ventricle
  13. Apex of heart
  14. Diaphragm (left dome)