Diaphragm

System Muscular
SNOMED CT 181614006

Diaphragm

Definition

A thin musculomebranous barrier that separates the abdominal and thoracic cavities. Often used for breathing control.

Also known as diaphragm muscle, diaphragm of thorax, thoracic diaphragm — per UBERON

The Diaphragm is a part of the Muscular.

Also identified as