About The Medical Condition Diaphragms

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Diaphragms

Diaphragms Medical Condition Defined & Explained
Diaphragms Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Diaphragms?

The musculofibrous partition that separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity. Contraction of the diaphragm increases the volume of the thoracic cavity aiding inspiration.

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