Thorax

Abstract A diagram of a torso, viewed from the front and showing the lungs, pleura and some ribs in coronal cross-section. The positions of the mid-axillary line, mid-clavicular line, and erector spinae border are labelled. This chapter covers the basic anatomical knowledge of the thorax required for the MRCEM Primary Examination. The chapter covers the anatomy of the thoracic wall, diaphragm and thoracic inlet. The mediastinal structures and organs are covered, including the trachea, oesophagus, thymus and the heart. The anatomy of the lungs and pleura is discussed. All of the information maps to the RCEM Basic Sciences syllabus, making it relevant to Emergency Medicine practice and the examination.