The kidneys are bean-shaped organs (about 11 cm x 7 cm x 3 cm) that are located against the back muscles in the upper abdominal area. They sit opposite each other on both the left and right sides of the body; the right kidney, however, sits a little lower than the left to accommod...
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Thechestandabdomenare alsovulnerableto impact stress. Compression of therib cageand breastbone may producefractures. The impact wave itself can cause displacement of theheart, tearing of the large vessels, rupture of the heart, and displacement of theuterus,spleen,stomach, andliver. Membranes support...