AP01 - Digestive tract and peritoneal cavities Flashcards
1
Q
Where does the foregut extend from and to?
A
From = abdominal oesophagus To = Inferior to the major duodenal papilla (midway along the descending part of the duodenum)
2
Q
Where does the midgut extend from and to?
A
From = inferior to the major duodenal papilla To = Junction between the proximal 2/3 and distal 1/3 of the transverse colon (the left colic flexure)
3
Q
Where does the hindgut extend from and to?
A
From = Before the left colic flexure To = Midway through the anal canal
4
Q
Arterial supply (branch of aorta) to foregut
A
Coeliac trunk
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5
Q
Arterial supply (branch of aorta) to midgut
A
Superior mesenteric artery
6
Q
Arterial supply (branch of aorta) to hindgut
A
Inferior mesenteric artery
7
Q
Venous drainage of foregut
A
Portal venous system
8
Q
Venous drainage of midgut
A
Portal venous system
9
Q
Venous drainage of hindgut
A
Portal venous system
