Transpyloric Plane Anatomy Quiz
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What is the transpyloric plane also known as?

  • Addison's plane (correct)
  • Suprasternal plane
  • Xiphisternum plane
  • Umbilical plane

    • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>Supracolic and infracolic compartments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what level does the first lumbar vertebra lie?

    <p>At the level of the transpyloric plane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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.

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