Diaphragm & costodiaphragmatic recesses
Product code: HP0416
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Whole Whole region / system / unpaired organ.
The diaphragm is the main muscle involved in the inspiratory phase of breathing, during which it descends and flattens to increase the volume of the thoracic cavity. Its delicate yet durable musculotendinous structure separates the thoracic and abdominal cavities, permits passage of the major systemic vessels, and provides attachment for the parts of the pleura, peritoneum, and pericardium. This Silicone Plastinate provides superior and inferior views of the thoracic and abdominal surfaces of the diaphragm, including its attachment points and the domed shapes of the left and right hemidiaphragms. The morphology and position of the costodiaphragmatic recesses and apertures (foramen/hiatus) within the diaphragm are easily identified and explored.
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Polymer injected arteries
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Stand mounted
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Human tissue with unique ID
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Full aftersales support
Key features include
General
- Inferior part of the thoracic and superior part of the abdominal cavity and wall separated by the diaphragm.
- Superior and inferior views of the diaphragm in its near-anatomical position, revealing its muscular and tendinous parts, and the domed shapes of the left and right hemidiaphragms.
- Sternal, costal, and vertebral attachments of the diaphragm, including the arcuate ligaments.
- Superior views of the structure and position of the costodiaphragmatic recesses.
- Distal parts of the phrenic nerves penetrating the diaphragm.
- Oesophagus and vagal trunks passing though the oesophageal hiatus, surrounded by the right crus of the diaphragm.
- Inferior vena cava passing through the caval foramen.
- Descending aorta passing through the aortic hiatus.
- Position and orientation of the ribs and intercostal spaces.
- Layered arrangement of the intercostal muscles and muscles of the anterolateral abdominal wall.
- Interconnection (interface) between the thoracic and abdominal walls.
- Rectus abdominis in the rectus sheath.
Possible variants or pathology (not guaranteed)
- Morphology and position of the domes of the diaphragm.
- Position and course of vessels and nerves.
- Arterial aneurysm and atherosclerosis.
- Osteoarthritis and disease-related joint deformity.
- Rheumatological bone and soft tissue changes.
- Distended thoracic or abdominal cavity.
- Age-related changes to viscera and soft tissues.
- Apertures for diaphragmatic herniae.
Available customisations
- Reveal three layers of intercostal muscle in one intercostal space.
- Retain parietal pleura (costal, vertebral, and mediastinal parts) and endothoracic fascia on one side.
- Please contact us to discuss bespoke customisations.
