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The Mediastinum

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The mediastinum is the space in the thoracic cavity between the lungs, containing the heart, esophagus, and trachea.

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A mediastinal mass lies between the lungs rather than within one.

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The mediastinum is a region of the thoracic cavity, not a separate cavity.

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