thoracic regional anatomy Flashcards
thoracic inlet: describe the boundaries of the thoracic inlet and outlet and the structures that pass through them and their relations
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what is the thoracic inlet (superior thoracic aperture) formed of
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1st thoracic vertebra (T1), 1st ribs, manubrium
2
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what are the contents of the thoracic inlet
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great vessels heading for neck and upper limb, oesophagus, trachea, nerves and lymphatics
3
Q
diagram of thoracic inlet
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