Lecture Notes on Coelom, Viscera, Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to the anatomy of the coelom, viscera, cardiovascular system, and lymphatic system based on the lecture notes.

Visceral Peritoneum

The membrane that covers the abdominal organs.

Parietal Peritoneum

The membrane that lines the abdominal cavity.

Mesentery Proper

Attaches the jejunum and ileum to the posterior body wall.

Diaphragm

Muscle that separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominopelvic cavity.

Retroperitoneal Organs

Organs located behind the parietal peritoneum like the kidneys and ascending colon.

Intraperitoneal Organs

Organs wrapped in visceral peritoneum and surrounded by the peritoneal cavity, such as the stomach and liver.

Pericardial Sac

The fibrous and serous membranes that enclose the heart.

Myocardium

The muscular layer of the heart wall.

Atrioventricular Valves

Valves located between the atria and ventricles of the heart.

Semilunar Valves

Valves located at the exit of the heart leading into the pulmonary trunk and the aorta.

Thyrocervical Arteries

Arteries that supply blood to the thyroid gland and neck.

Celiac Artery

Artery that supplies blood to the foregut.

Thoracic Duct

The largest lymphatic vessel in the body that drains lymph into the bloodstream.

Capsule

The outer layer of a lymph node.

Neutrophil

A type of white blood cell important for fighting infections.

Megakaryocyte

A large bone marrow cell that produces platelets.

Lumen

The inside space of a tubular structure such as a blood vessel.

Tunica Media

The middle layer of blood vessel walls, primarily composed of muscle.