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Match the following structures with their corresponding types or roles:
Match the following structures with their corresponding types or roles:
Brachiocephalic trunk = Artery supplying the right side of the head and neck Esophagus = Digestive structure passing through the thoracic inlet Phrenic nerve = Nerve associated with diaphragm function Vagus nerve = Nerve involved in autonomic control
Match the following thoracic apertures with their specific anatomical features:
Match the following thoracic apertures with their specific anatomical features:
Superior thoracic aperture = Formed by T1 vertebra and first rib Inferior thoracic aperture = Closed by the diaphragm Costal margin = Forms part of the inferior thoracic aperture Manubrium = Part of the sternum forming the superior thoracic aperture
Match the following causes with their related effects in thoracic outlet syndrome:
Match the following causes with their related effects in thoracic outlet syndrome:
Enlargement of the anterior scalene muscle = Compression of subclavian vessels Trauma = Physical injury to thoracic outlet structures Tumors or growths = Potential blockage in thoracic region Repetitive strain injury = Overuse leading to nerve compression
Match the following symptoms with their relevant categories in thoracic outlet syndrome:
Match the following symptoms with their relevant categories in thoracic outlet syndrome:
Match the following vascular structures with their functions:
Match the following vascular structures with their functions:
Match the following vertebral structures with their corresponding apertures:
Match the following vertebral structures with their corresponding apertures:
Match the following nerves with their respective roles:
Match the following nerves with their respective roles:
Match the following terms with their definitions related to thoracic outlet syndrome:
Match the following terms with their definitions related to thoracic outlet syndrome:
Study Notes
Thoracic Outlet, Inlet and Apertures
- The thoracic outlet and thoracic inlet are the same anatomical structure.
- Superior thoracic aperture is another term for the same opening, equating to the thoracic outlet/inlet.
- It's an opening in the thorax permitting passage of structures.
- Inferior thoracic aperture is the opening at the bottom of the thorax.
- Structures passing through the superior thoracic aperture:
- Veins: brachiocephalic veins draining from subclavian and internal jugular veins.
- Arteries: brachiocephalic trunk (right side), left common carotid artery, left subclavian artery, right common carotid artery, and right subclavian artery.
- Other structures: trachea, esophagus, phrenic nerve, vagus nerve, and recurrent laryngeal nerve.
- Structures forming the superior thoracic aperture:
- T1 vertebra
- First rib
- Superior part of the manubrium of the sternum.
- The inferior thoracic aperture is formed by the:
- T12 vertebra
- 11th and 12th ribs
- Costal margin
- Xiphoid process of the sternum.
- The diaphragm closes the inferior thoracic aperture.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
- Thoracic outlet syndrome is not directly related to the thoracic outlet.
- The syndrome affects structures in the neck region, notably those supplying the upper limb.
- Structures affected in thoracic outlet syndrome:
- Subclavian artery and vein: responsible for blood supply and drainage to the upper limb.
- Brachial plexus: bundle of nerves supplying the upper limb.
- Cause of thoracic outlet syndrome:
- Compression of the above structures due to:
- Enlargement of the anterior scalene muscle.
- Trauma to the region.
- Tumors or growths.
- Repetitive strain injury.
- Congenital abnormalities (narrowing of the gap between the clavicle and first rib).
- Compression of the above structures due to:
- Symptoms of thoracic outlet syndrome:
- Neurological: numbness, weakness, tingling in the upper limb.
- Vascular: insufficient blood supply or drainage to the upper limb.
- Compression of the vertebral artery: supplying blood to the brain, a potential consequence of subclavian artery compression.
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