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What are the three main components of the thoracic wall?
What are the three main components of the thoracic wall?
The sternal angle, also known as the angle of Louis, is formed by the junction of which two parts of the sternum?
The sternal angle, also known as the angle of Louis, is formed by the junction of which two parts of the sternum?
Which of the following structures is NOT part of the thoracic cavity?
Which of the following structures is NOT part of the thoracic cavity?
What is the main function of the intercostal muscles?
What is the main function of the intercostal muscles?
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The neurovascular plane within the intercostal spaces contains which structures?
The neurovascular plane within the intercostal spaces contains which structures?
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The thoracic inlet is the superior opening of the thoracic cage, while the thoracic outlet is the inferior opening.
The thoracic inlet is the superior opening of the thoracic cage, while the thoracic outlet is the inferior opening.
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What is the primary muscle responsible for respiration and separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity?
What is the primary muscle responsible for respiration and separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity?
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Which of the following is NOT a major opening in the diaphragm?
Which of the following is NOT a major opening in the diaphragm?
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Which lung is smaller, narrower, and longer?
Which lung is smaller, narrower, and longer?
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What is the name of the indentation on the left lung that accommodates the heart?
What is the name of the indentation on the left lung that accommodates the heart?
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Which of the following correctly describes the pleura?
Which of the following correctly describes the pleura?
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What is the name of the point where structures like the bronchi, blood vessels, and nerves enter the lung?
What is the name of the point where structures like the bronchi, blood vessels, and nerves enter the lung?
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The mediastinum is a space within the thoracic cavity that contains the heart, great vessels, and other structures.
The mediastinum is a space within the thoracic cavity that contains the heart, great vessels, and other structures.
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Which of the following is NOT a subdivision of the mediastinum?
Which of the following is NOT a subdivision of the mediastinum?
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The middle mediastinum is primarily occupied by which structure?
The middle mediastinum is primarily occupied by which structure?
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Which structure is located in the superior mediastinum?
Which structure is located in the superior mediastinum?
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What is the main function of the thoracic duct?
What is the main function of the thoracic duct?
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Flashcards
Thoracic Cage
Thoracic Cage
The bony structure that protects the heart and lungs. It is formed by 12 thoracic vertebrae, 12 pairs of ribs, and the sternum.
Thoracic Inlet
Thoracic Inlet
The upper opening of the thoracic cavity, formed by T1 vertebrae, first rib, and manubrium.
Thoracic Outlet
Thoracic Outlet
The lower opening of the thoracic cavity, formed by T12 vertebrae, 12th ribs, and xiphoid process.
Mediastinum
Mediastinum
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Intercostal Muscles
Intercostal Muscles
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Diaphragm
Diaphragm
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Pleura
Pleura
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Pleural Cavity
Pleural Cavity
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Apex of Lung
Apex of Lung
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Base of Lung
Base of Lung
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Hilum of Lung
Hilum of Lung
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Root of Lung
Root of Lung
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Cardiac Notch
Cardiac Notch
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Lingula
Lingula
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Lobes of Right Lung
Lobes of Right Lung
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Lobes of Left Lung
Lobes of Left Lung
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Superior Mediastinum
Superior Mediastinum
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Inferior Mediastinum
Inferior Mediastinum
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Anterior Mediastinum
Anterior Mediastinum
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Middle Mediastinum
Middle Mediastinum
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Posterior Mediastinum
Posterior Mediastinum
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Manubrium
Manubrium
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Sternal Angle
Sternal Angle
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Body of Sternum
Body of Sternum
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Xiphoid Process
Xiphoid Process
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True Ribs
True Ribs
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False Ribs
False Ribs
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Floating Ribs
Floating Ribs
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Intercostal Space
Intercostal Space
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Neurovascular Plane
Neurovascular Plane
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Caval Opening
Caval Opening
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Esophageal Opening
Esophageal Opening
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Aortic Opening
Aortic Opening
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Study Notes
Topography of Thorax
- Lecture Objectives:
- Thoracic wall:
- Bony cage
- Intercostal muscles
- Diaphragm
- Thoracic cavity:
- Lungs
- Mediastinum
- Heart
- Thoracic wall:
Thoracic Cage
- Composed of:
- Sternum (manubrium, body, xiphoid process)
- Ribs (true, false, floating)
- Costal cartilage
- Vertebral column (thoracic vertebrae)
- Important Landmarks:
- Sternal angle (of Louis)
Intercostal Spaces
- Contains:
- 3 Intercostal muscles (external, internal, innermost)
- Neurovascular plane (intercostal nerves and vessels)
Thoracic Openings
- Thoracic inlet:
- Apex of the lung
- Thoracic outlet:
- Important for structures passing through
Diaphragm
- Major Openings:
- Caval (T8)
- Esophageal (T10)
- Aortic (T12)
- Central tendon:
- Crucial component of the diaphragm
Pleura & Lungs
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Lungs:
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Right lung: 3 lobes, 2 fissures
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Left lung: 2 lobes, 1 fissure
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Cardiac notch on the left lung
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Lingula on the left lung (smaller, narrower, and longer)
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Different structures are smaller or bigger on each side.
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Pleura: Double-layered membrane surrounding the lungs
- The outer layer covers the thoracic wall
Mediastinum
- Subdivisions & Boundaries:
- Defined by an imaginary plane from the sternal angle to the lower border of T4
- Superior mediastinum
- Inferior mediastinum (anterior, middle, posterior)
- Contains the heart, great vessels, trachea, esophagus, and other important organs and structures.
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Explore the intricate structures and functions of the thorax in this quiz. From the thoracic wall to the diaphragm and lungs, test your knowledge on key components such as the thoracic cage and intercostal spaces. Perfect for students of anatomy and medicine.