Viscera

Viscera - The internal organs of the body within the chest (as the heart or lungs), and/or abdomen (as the liver, pancreas or intestines).
  • Example, the viscera of the upper thorax is protected by the rib cage.

Related Terms

  • Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Digestive system
  • Respiratory system
  • Circulatory system

Synonyms

  • viscus
  • Viscera