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thoracic duct [thə′ras·ik ′dəkt] (anatomy) The common lymph trunk beginning in the crura of the diaphragm at the level of the last thoracic vertebra, passing upward, and emptying into the left subclavian vein at its junction with the left internal jugular vein. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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This route through the mesenteric nodes and thoracic duct could explain the mesenteric and buccal implants. 14) Based on thoracic duct anatomy, cervical metastases from germ cell tumors are found almost exclusively within the left supraclavicular fossa, although aberrant crossover may occur. No obvious attachment to the thoracic duct was identified, but all attachments and vessels were individually ligated, and the entire mass was excised. |
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