Relations and branches of descending aorta
The descending aorta is the portion of the aorta that descends through the thoracic and abdominal cavities, giving rise to various branches along its course. It begins at the aortic…
Boundaries of posterior mediastinum and describe its general topography
Boundaries of the Posterior Mediastinum: General Topography of the Posterior Mediastinum: Clinical Significance: Understanding the boundaries and general topography of the posterior mediastinum is essential for clinicians, particularly in the…
Contents of posterior mediastinum
The posterior mediastinum contains various structures, including the esophagus, thoracic aorta, thoracic duct, azygos and hemiazygos veins, sympathetic trunks, vagus nerves, and thoracic splanchnic nerves. Here is a more detailed…
Posterior mediastinum
The posterior mediastinum is a subdivision of the mediastinum, the central compartment within the thoracic cavity. It is located posterior to the pericardium and heart, extending from the posterior surface…
Structure and topographic relations of contents of anterior mediastinum
The anterior mediastinum is a subdivision of the mediastinum, located between the sternum and the pericardium. It is characterized by its proximity to the anterior chest wall. The contents of…
Structures forming different boundaries of Mediastinum
The mediastinum is a central compartment within the thoracic cavity, and its boundaries are defined by various structures. The structures forming the boundaries of the mediastinum include bony structures, the…
Divisions of Mediastinum.
The mediastinum is divided into superior and inferior portions, each further subdivided based on anatomical relationships and structures contained within. Here are the main divisions of the mediastinum: 1. Superior…
Mediastinum
The mediastinum is a central compartment or region within the thoracic cavity, located between the lungs. It is an anatomical space that extends from the sternum in front to the…
Anatomical basis of referred shoulder tip pain
Referred shoulder tip pain can be justified based on the concept of referred pain, where pain is felt in an area distant from the actual source of the pain. The…
Clinical scenario related to diaphragmatic hernia and phrenic nerve lesions with anatomical reasoning
Clinical Scenario: Diaphragmatic Hernia Scenario: A newborn presents with respiratory distress and abdominal distension. Upon examination, decreased breath sounds are noted on one side of the chest. Chest X-rays reveal…