The central area in the thorax that contains the heart, great vessels, trachea, and esophagus is the:
A) mediastinum.
B) pulmonary hilum.
C) hemothorax.
D) carina.

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The mediastinum is the central area in the thorax that contains important structures such as the heart, great vessels, trachea, and esophagus. The other options include: 
B) The pulmonary hilum is a specific structure located in the lungs where the bronchi, blood and lymph vessels, and nerves enter and exit. 
C) Hemothorax refers to the accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity surrounding the lungs. 
D) The carina is a specific ridge or structure located at the base of the trachea where it splits into the left and right bronchi.

The Central Area in the Thorax That Contains the Heart