10 Questions
What is the location of the Azygos vein in the body?
Right side of the posterior abdominal wall and the posterior mediastinum
What is the primary function of the Azygos vein?
To drain venous blood from the thoracic wall and upper lumber region
What is the connection of the Azygos vein?
Connects the inferior vena cava with the superior vena cava
What is the level of formation of the Azygos vein?
T12 vertebra
What is the origin of the Azygos vein?
Right subcostal vein and right accessory lumbar vein
What is the alternative formation of the Azygos vein?
As a continuation of the right subcostal vein
What is the role of the Azygos vein in the thorax?
To drain venous blood from the thoracic wall and upper lumber region
Which veins run anterior to the thoracic vertebral column?
Azygos, hemiazygos, and accessory hemiazygos veins
What is the importance of the Azygos vein in the thorax?
It is a collateral channel connecting the superior vena cava with the inferior vena cava
What is the level of the Azygos vein on a CT scan or MRI?
T4
Learn about the divisions and boundaries of the mediastinum and vascular anatomy. This lecture covers key concepts and objectives, with a focus on assessment and learning objectives. Ideal for medical students and professionals.
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