Abdomen Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the location of the transpyloric plane.
A
Half-way between the manubrium and the pubic symphysis - typically at L1.
2
Q
Name the structures that are transected by the transpyloric plane.
A
Pylorus Fundus of gall bladder Neck of pancreas Origin of SMA Hilum of left kidney Upper pole of right kidney Hepatic portal vein Hepatic flexure and splenic flexure Conus medullaris (4 to pass)
3
Q
Describe the arterial supply of the bowel.
A
Foregut (hepatobiliary, stomach, spleen): Coealiac trunk
Midgut (duodenum to splenic flexure): SMA
Hindgut: IMA
