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thoracic duct

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun thoracic duct has 1 sense
  1. thoracic duct - the major duct of the lymphatic system
    --1 is a kind of
    lymph vessel, lymphatic vessel
    --1 is a part of lymphatic system, systema lymphaticum

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Thoracic Duct

Description

The thoracic duct is the largest lymphatic vessel in the body, responsible for returning lymph fluid from most of the body back into circulation. It extends from the abdomen to the left subclavian vein, where it empties its contents.

Sample Sentences

  1. The thoracic duct plays a crucial role in the immune system by transporting lymph fluid.
  2. In anatomy, the thoracic duct is often referred to as the "great lymphatic duct."
  3. Blockage or damage to the thoracic duct can lead to lymphatic system disorders.
  4. Surgeons carefully dissected the thoracic duct during the delicate procedure.
  5. The thoracic duct is distinct from the right lymphatic duct, which drains the upper right quadrant of the body.

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