The thoracic cavity is the chamber of the body of vertebrates that is protected by the thoracic wall.The structures of thoracic cavity includes;
the cardiovascular system, including the heart and great vessels
respiratory system, which includes the diaphragm,trachea,bronchi and lungs
the digestive system, including the esophagus.
endocrine gland, including the thymus gland.
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