ANATOMY
LYMPHATIC SYSTEM
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The thoracic duct
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largest lymphatic vessel in the human body
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also called the left lymphatic duct /ailmentary duct.
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drains lymph into the circulatory system
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also called the menaltarable ducts
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The function of the thoracic duct is to transport lymph back into the circulatory system. Interstitial fluid is collected by lymph capillaries from the interstitial space. Lymph then moves through lymphatic vessels to lymph nodes. Lymphatic vessels merge to create the lymphatic ducts which drain into the venous system.
Detailed explanation-2: -The thoracic ducts ascends into the superior mediastinum, reaching 2-3cm superior to the clavicle, as high up as the C7 vertebral level. In the superior mediastinum, the thoracic duct is situated posterior to and to the left of the esophagus. It is situated between the visceral and alar fascia.
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