The rib cage provides the most protection to the abdominal viscera. The ribs wrap around the viscera, such as the liver and spleen, helping to shield them from external trauma. The sternum at the front of the rib cage also contributes to protecting the organs in the abdominal cavity.
1. breathing 2. protect viscera in the thoracic+abdominal cavities 3. support pectoral girdle and upper limbs
The lumbodorsal fascia in cats functions as a sheet of connective tissue that provides support and stability to the muscles, spine, and abdominal organs. It helps to distribute forces generated during movement and protect internal structures in the lower back region.
In frogs, the transversus abdominis muscle is a thin, flat muscle located in the abdominal region. It runs horizontally across the abdomen and helps with trunk flexion and compression of the abdominal viscera. It is part of the muscle group responsible for supporting and stabilizing the frog's body during movement.
Its primary function is protection of the thoracic viscera, the heart and lungs. Its secondary function is to assist with breathing by being moved up and our (inhalation) of down and in (exhalation) but muscles called the intercostals.
Abdominal ultrasound is a radiologic study using sound waves beamed into the abdomen to obtain an image of the abdominal viscera.
Viscera are the soft internal organs of the body, especially those contained within the abdominal and thoracic cavities. The intestines are also viscera.
ribs
An abdominal evisceration is the presence of the viscera, the internal organs of the body, outside of the body, particularly through a wound.
portal system
hepatic portal vein
hepatic portal vein