Diaphragm

Musculus diaphragma

A musculotendinous dome-shaped partition separating the thoracic and abdominal cavities. It has sternal, costal, and lumbar origins converging on the central tendon. Three major openings transmit the aorta (T12), esophagus (T10), and inferior vena cava (T8).

Tipo Muscle
Sistema corporal Muscular
Região corporal Thorax
Estrutura pai thoracic segment muscle
Nome latino Musculus diaphragma
FMA ID 13295

Função

The primary muscle of respiration. Contraction flattens the dome-shaped muscle, increasing thoracic volume and creating negative pressure to draw air into the lungs during inspiration.

Significado clínico

Diaphragmatic hernias allow abdominal organs to enter the thoracic cavity. Phrenic nerve paralysis causes diaphragmatic elevation. Hiccups result from involuntary diaphragmatic spasms.

Perguntas frequentes

What is the Diaphragm?
A musculotendinous dome-shaped partition separating the thoracic and abdominal cavities. It has sternal, costal, and lumbar origins converging on the central tendon. Three major openings transmit the aorta (T12), esophagus (T10), and inferior vena cava (T8).
What is the function of the Diaphragm?
The primary muscle of respiration. Contraction flattens the dome-shaped muscle, increasing thoracic volume and creating negative pressure to draw air into the lungs during inspiration.
What body system is the Diaphragm part of?
The Diaphragm is part of the Muscular.
What conditions affect the Diaphragm?
Diaphragmatic hernias allow abdominal organs to enter the thoracic cavity. Phrenic nerve paralysis causes diaphragmatic elevation. Hiccups result from involuntary diaphragmatic spasms.
Where is the Diaphragm located?
The Diaphragm is located in the Thorax region of the body.

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