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septum transversum

Term ID
UBERON:0004161
Synonyms
  • transverse septum
Definition
A thick plate of mesodermal tissue that occupies the space between the thoracic cavity and yolk stalk in the early embryo, forming a transverse partition partially separating the coelomic cavity into thoracic and abdominal portions. It gives rise to the central tendon of the diaphragm[VHOG]. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Septum_transversum
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