The superior mediastinum is that portion of the interpleural space which lies between the manubrium sterni in front, and the upper thoracic vertebrae behind. [ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superior_mediastinum ]

Synonyms: superior mediastinal part of chest

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http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/ab/Mediastinum.png

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mediastinum superius

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UBERON:0008818

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