Resp system anatomy 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What structures pass through the suprapleural membrane?
A
Common carotid Int jugular, subclavian vessels oesophagus trachea vagus + phrenic nerve
2
Q
What is the costodiaphragmatic recess?
A
Phrenic angle area filled with pleural fluid, between 8-11th ics
3
Q
Where is the costodiaphragmatic recess?
A
8-11th ics
4
Q
What are the openings in the diaphragm?
A
Vena caval opening
oesophageal opening
aortic opening (kinda, not actually through the muscle itself)
5
Q
What creates the upper oesophageal sphincter in the diaphragm?
A
The right crus folds over and around the oesophagus creating a loop of muscle like a sphincter.
6
Q
What spinal nerves make up the phrenic nerve?
A
C3,4,5 - mostly C4
C3,4+5 keep the diaphragm alive.
