Thoracic, non cardio (new book)

Question 1

Where does the cardiac notch extend to on each side of the thorax?

Answer 1

third to fourth ICS on the right and third to sixth rib on the left side (third to fifth ICS).

Question 2

An anchois space of fluid (up to 3.5cm) is oftne noted in which region of the thorax?

Answer 2

Over the right cranioventral lung field. This may also be present o a lesser extent on the left side.

Question 3

Which structure should not be confused with fibrin strands in the thorax?

Answer 3

the pericardial diaphragmatic ligament.

Question 4

Which is more sensitive for detecting a small volume of pneumothorax US or X-ray?

Answer 4

US

Question 5

Atelectasis results from airway obstruction, pleural effusion, or pneumothorax. Which regions are effect with the latter two examples.

Answer 5

Pleural effusion - cranioventral
Pneumothorax - dorsal

Question 6

How do you assess increased pulmonary volume/ where to the lungs extend to caudally?

Answer 6

The 17th ICS consistently does not contain lung in the normal horse.

Question 7

What is shown in this image? (dorsal is to the left)

Answer 7

Pneumothorax

Question 8

What is shown in this image?

Answer 8

Pulmonary atelectasis secondary to pleural effusion