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Where does the oesophagus end?
Where does the oesophagus end?
- In the thoracic cavity
- In the neck
- In the abdomen (correct)
- In the diaphragm
Which part of the stomach is guarded by the pyloric sphincter?
Which part of the stomach is guarded by the pyloric sphincter?
- Pylorus (correct)
- Fundus
- Canal
- Antrum
What is the most dilated part of the digestive tract?
What is the most dilated part of the digestive tract?
- Oesophagus
- Small intestine
- Pharynx
- Stomach (correct)
Which part of the digestive system consists of a short cervical part, long thoracic part, and very short abdominal part?
Which part of the digestive system consists of a short cervical part, long thoracic part, and very short abdominal part?
Where does the stomach lie in relation to the body's organs?
Where does the stomach lie in relation to the body's organs?
Flashcards
Oesophagus end point
Oesophagus end point
It ends in the abdomen.
Stomach part guarded by pyloric sphincter
Stomach part guarded by pyloric sphincter
The pylorus part.
Most dilated part of digestive tract
Most dilated part of digestive tract
Stomach.
Digestive part with cervical, thoracic, abdominal parts
Digestive part with cervical, thoracic, abdominal parts
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Stomach's location relative to liver
Stomach's location relative to liver
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Study Notes
Esophagus and Stomach Connections
- The esophagus ends at the cardiac orifice, which connects to the stomach.
- The pyloric sphincter guards the pylorus, the portion of the stomach that leads into the small intestine.
Parts of the Digestive Tract
- The most dilated part of the digestive tract is the stomach, where food is mixed and temporarily stored.
- The digestive system includes a short cervical part, a long thoracic part, and a very short abdominal part of the esophagus.
Stomach Positioning
- The stomach is located in the upper abdomen, posterior to the diaphragm and anterior to the spleen, with its greater curvature lying along the left side of the body.
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