Thoracic Wall Anatomy Quiz
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What are the three types of ribs based on their attachment to the sternum?

True ribs, false ribs, and floating ribs.

What anatomical landmark is located 5cm below the suprasternal notch and marks the level of the second costal cartilage?

The sternal angle.

Which vertebrae are classified as typical thoracic vertebrae?

T2 to T8.

Describe the main role of the thoracic cage.

<p>To protect vital organs and provide attachment for muscles involved in respiration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the trachea at the level of the sternal angle?

<p>The trachea bifurcates into right and left principal bronchi.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What ligaments connect the adjacent vertebral bodies?

<p>Anterior and posterior longitudinal ligaments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are the intervertebral joints classified structurally?

<p>As symphysis or secondary cartilaginous joints.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about the spinous process of thoracic vertebrae?

<p>It is long, slender, and directed downwards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which ribs are classified as vertebral ribs?

<p>Ribs 11 and 12.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What anatomical feature separates the superior and inferior mediastinum?

<p>The horizontal plane at the level of the sternal angle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What structures attach to the lower border of a rib?

<p>The external intercostal muscle attaches to the lower border of the rib.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the posterior angle of a rib serve as a weak point?

<p>The posterior angle is marked by an oblique ridge, making it a potential site of fracture due to its less robust structure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Differentiate the head features of the 10th rib from the 11th rib.

<p>The 10th rib has a single articular facet on its head, while the 11th rib has a single large facet with no neck or tubercle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the joint classification of the sternoclavicular joint?

<p>The sternoclavicular joint is classified as a plane synovial joint.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does the costal groove play in relation to intercostal structures?

<p>The costal groove houses the intercostal vein, artery, and nerve (VAN) from above downward.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the 12th rib anatomically different from the 11th rib?

<p>The 12th rib has no neck, no tubercle, and lacks a costal groove, and is much shorter than the 11th rib.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which joints are classified as primary cartilaginous joints in the thoracic cage?

<p>The costochondral joints and the xiphisternal joint are classified as primary cartilaginous joints.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about the cervical rib and its prevalence?

<p>The cervical rib is an elongation of the costal element of the C7 vertebra, seen in about 5% of individuals, often on the right side.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the articulation points for the first chondro-sternal joint.

<p>The first chondro-sternal joint articulates with the first ribs and the sternum.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the attachment of the internal intercostal muscle in relation to the costal groove.

<p>The internal intercostal muscle is attached to the floor of the costal groove.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the general features that characterize typical ribs?

<p>Typical ribs are characterized by being curved, angulated, and twisted.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the ribs classified as atypical and explain why they differ from typical ribs.

<p>Atypical ribs are the 1st, 2nd, 10th, 11th, and 12th ribs, and they have unique features that set them apart from typical ribs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which ribs are classified as true ribs and what is their characteristic?

<p>True ribs are the 1st to 7th ribs, and they articulate directly with the sternum anteriorly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the difference between vertebrosternal and vertebrochondral ribs.

<p>Vertebrosternal ribs (1st to 7th) articulate directly with the sternum, while vertebrochondral ribs (8th to 10th) connect to the sternum indirectly via costal cartilages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What structural features can be found at the posterior end of a typical rib?

<p>The posterior end of a typical rib presents a head, neck, and tubercle, which are key for vertebral articulation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the significance of the intra-articular crest found in the head of a typical rib.

<p>The intra-articular crest separates two articular demi-facets and facilitates the articulation of ribs with thoracic vertebrae.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the tubercle of a typical rib and its two parts?

<p>The tubercle of a typical rib has a medial articular part for the transverse process of the corresponding vertebra and a lateral non-articular part for ligament attachment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be said about the shaft of a typical rib in terms of its shape and surfaces?

<p>The shaft of a typical rib is thin and flat, consisting of two borders, two surfaces, and two angles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the neck of a typical rib anatomically positioned relative to the corresponding vertebra?

<p>The neck lies in front of the transverse process of the corresponding vertebra.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define the classification of ribs that are considered vertebral or floating ribs and their characteristics.

<p>Vertebral or floating ribs are the 11th and 12th ribs, which do not articulate with the sternum and have a free anterior end.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What syndrome is associated with compression of the lower trunk of the brachial plexus and the subclavian artery?

<p>Thoracic inlet syndrome or cervical rib syndrome.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a lumbar rib and what common confusion does it present?

<p>A lumbar rib develops from the costal element of the L1 vertebra and can be confused with a fracture of the transverse process of L1.</p> Signup and view all the answers

At which point is a rib most likely to fracture, and what ribs are generally involved?

<p>Ribs commonly fracture at their angle, which is the weakest point, and usually it is the middle ribs that are involved.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe a scenario in which flail chest occurs.

<p>Flail chest occurs when ribs are fractured at two sites, both anteriorly and at the angle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the manubrium sterni preferred for sternal puncture?

<p>The manubrium sterni is preferred for sternal puncture because it is subcutaneous and readily accessible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is pectus excavatum and how does it affect the heart?

<p>Pectus excavatum, or funnel chest, compresses the chest anteroposteriorly, pushing the sternum backward and potentially compressing the heart.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In pectus carinatum, how is the chest deformed?

<p>In pectus carinatum, the chest is compressed from side to side, causing the sternum to project forward and downward like a keel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most significant risk associated with a sternal fracture?

<p>The most significant risk associated with a sternal fracture is the backward displacement of fragmented bone, which may damage the aorta, heart, or liver and cause severe bleeding.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What condition could result from a failure of the sternebrae to fuse midline?

<p>Failure of the sternebrae to fuse midline can result in sternal foramen or cleft sternum.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of chest compressions during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)?

<p>The main purpose of chest compressions during CPR is to maintain circulatory flow and support the victim's heart function during cardiac arrest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Thoracic Wall Anatomy

  • Composed of sternum, 12 pairs of ribs, and 12 thoracic vertebrae.
  • Sternum: manubrium, body, xiphoid process.
  • Ribs: 7 true (vertebrosternal), 3 false (vertebrochondral), 2 floating (vertebral).

Thoracic Cage Functions

  • Protects vital organs (heart, lungs, thymus, blood vessels, nerves, upper abdominal viscera).
  • Muscle attachment for respiration.
  • Pectoral girdle and upper limb movement.

Sternum and Sternal Angle

  • Sternal angle: palpable ridge ~5cm below suprasternal notch.
  • Marks articulation of 2nd costal cartilage, useful rib counting reference.
  • Lies at T4-T5 intervertebral disc level.
  • Separates superior and inferior mediastinum.
  • Significant anatomical landmark for aortic arch, trachea bifurcation, pulmonary trunk division, and azygos vein arch.

Thoracic Vertebrae

  • Unique articular facets for rib articulation (body and transverse process).
  • T2-T8 are typical; T1, T9-T12 atypical.
  • Heart-shaped body, circular vertebral foramen, long slender downward-pointing spinous process.
  • Deeper inferior vertebral notch due to pedicle position.

Vertebral Column Joints

  • C2-S1 articulation: secondary cartilaginous joints (symphysis) between vertebral bodies; synovial joints between articular processes; fibrous joints between laminae, transverse, and spinous processes.
  • Interlaminar (zygapophysial) joints: plane synovial joints innervated by dorsal rami of spinal nerves.
  • Intervertebral joints: symphysis/secondary cartilaginous, connected by anterior and posterior longitudinal ligaments and intervertebral discs (annulus fibrosus and nucleus pulposus).

Vertebral Column Ligaments

  • Ligamentum nuchae, anterior and posterior longitudinal ligaments, ligamentum flava, interspinous ligament, supraspinous ligament, intertransverse ligament.

Rib Classification and Features

  • 12 pairs; classified by features (typical vs atypical), sternal articulation (true/false), and vertebral articulation (vertebrosternal, vertebrochondral, vertebral).
  • Typical ribs (3rd-9th): curved, angulated, twisted.
  • Atypical ribs (1st, 2nd, 10th-12th): unique features.
  • Each rib: anterior end (costochondral joint), posterior end (head, neck, tubercle), shaft (borders, surfaces, angles, costal groove).
  • Costal groove houses VAN (vein, artery, nerve) from superior to inferior; muscle attachments along borders.

Atypical Rib Features

  • First rib: short, broad, two grooves (subclavian vein, artery).
  • Second rib: rough surface for muscle attachment.
  • 10th-12th ribs: variations in head facets, neck, tubercle, angle, and costal groove.

Thoracic Cage Joints

  • Sternoclavicular, manubriosternal (symphysis), xiphisternal (synchondrosis), costovertebral, costotransverse (plane synovial), costochondral (synchondrosis), chondrosternal (primary cartilaginous for first, plane synovial for 2nd-7th), interchondral (synovial).

Cervical and Lumbar Ribs

  • Cervical rib: elongated C7 costal element.
  • Thoracic outlet syndrome possible.
  • Lumbar rib (gorilla rib): from L1; less symptomatic.

Rib Fractures and Flail Chest

  • Common at rib angle (weakest point).
  • Flail chest: fracture at two sites, causing paradoxical movement of chest wall.

Clinical Correlations

  • Sternal puncture: bone marrow aspiration from manubrium.
  • Mid-sternotomy: surgical access to heart and great vessels.
  • Funnel chest (pectus excavatum): anterior compression.
  • Pigeon chest (pectus carinatum): lateral compression.
  • Sternal fracture: risk of great vessel damage.
  • Sternal foramen/cleft sternum: incomplete fusion.
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR): chest compressions over sternum.

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