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What is the transpyloric plane also known as?
What is the transpyloric plane also known as?
- Addison's plane (correct)
- Suprasternal plane
- Xiphisternum plane
- Umbilical plane
Where is the transpyloric plane located?
Where is the transpyloric plane located?
- At the level of the ninth costal cartilages
- Halfway between the suprasternal notch and the upper border of the symphysis pubis (correct)
- Beneath the xiphisternum
- At the level of the second lumbar vertebrae
What structures does the transpyloric plane pass through?
What structures does the transpyloric plane pass through?
- Colon, suprasternal notch, and spinal cord
- Liver, umbilicus, and gastric fundus
- Duodenum, spleen, and xiphisternum
- Pylorus of the stomach, tips of the ninth costal cartilages, and lower border of the first lumbar vertebra (correct)
What compartments does the transpyloric plane divide?
What compartments does the transpyloric plane divide?
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At what level does the first lumbar vertebra lie?
At what level does the first lumbar vertebra lie?
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Study Notes
Transpyloric Plane Overview
- Also known as: Plane of Ludwig or subcostal plane.
- Serves as an important anatomical reference point in clinical practice and anatomy.
Location of the Transpyloric Plane
- Positioned approximately at the L1 vertebral level, aligning with the first lumbar vertebra.
- Generally situated midway between the pubic symphysis and the xiphoid process.
Structures Passed Through by the Transpyloric Plane
- Transverses several key anatomical structures including:
- The pylorus of the stomach, marking the junction between the stomach and the duodenum.
- The duodenum (first part of the small intestine).
- The pancreas, particularly the neck region.
- The hilum of the kidneys, located at the entrance point for blood vessels and nerves.
Compartments Divided by the Transpyloric Plane
- Divides the abdominal cavity into different compartments:
- Separates the epigastric region (above) from the hypogastric region (below).
- Aids in localization of organs for surgical and medical assessments.
Lumbar Vertebra Context
- The first lumbar vertebra (L1) is crucial for understanding spinal anatomy and its relationships with surrounding anatomical structures.
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Test your anatomical knowledge with this quiz on the transpyloric plane. Learn about its location, significance, and anatomical landmarks associated with this imaginary horizontal plane in the human body.
