Thorax Flashcards
1
Q
What anatomic features occur at level of sternal angle
A
Trachea bifurcated into right and left bronchi Aortic arch begins and ends Second rib articulate with sternum Inferior border of superior mediastinum T4-T5 level Azygous vein drain into SVC
2
Q
True ribs
False ribs
Floating ribs
A
True ribs 1-7
False ribs - 8-12
Floating ribs 11-12
