Health Dictionary
Reliable, easy-to-read patient information on common medical conditions — written in plain language, free of jargon, and grounded in current evidence. Browse the most frequent diagnoses, understand what they mean for everyday life, and learn which steps and questions help you have a focused conversation with your doctor.
Viscus
Introduction
Overview
Overview
In anatomy, a viscus (plural: viscera) is an internal organ of the thorax or abdomen.
Internal organs are also known as “innards”, or less formally, “guts” (which may also refer to the gastrointestinal tract).
The adjective visceral is used for anything pertaining to the internal organs.
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]