Cross sectional anatomy Flashcards
1
Q
What is immediately anterior to the vertebrae?
A
Esophagus in SUPERIOR mediastinum
2
Q
What is one way to identify the esophagus vs. trachea in cross-section?
A
Esophagus is squishable - trachea is not because of cartilage
3
Q
What is in front of the vertebrae from posterior - > anterior
A
Vertebrae -> esophagus -> trachea (D shaped!) -> aorta
4
Q
What structure is visible posterior to the esophagus?
A
Posterior and slightly right
5
Q
Where will you see 3 arteries in one cross section? What else will you see?
A
Above the trans thoracic plane (i.e. above the aortic arch)
You will also see 2 brachiocephalic veins (larger and floppy with thin walls)
6
Q
What is the most anterior chamber of the heart?
A
RV
7
Q
What is the posterior most chamber of the heart?
A
LA
