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1
Q

At what vertebral level does trachea extend from and to. What is the significance of the lowest cartilage ring

A

C6 to T4/5

Carina which is a hook. Sub carina lymph node can been seen if enlarged

2
Q

What is the most prominent vertebra

A

C7

3
Q

List the structures that pass in the hilum of the lungs

A
Pulmonary artery
2 pulmonary veins
Bronchial arteries
Primary bronchi
Bronchial plexus of autonomic nerves
Lymph vessels and nodes
4
Q

Describe the orientation of pulmonary artery, pulmonary vein and bronchi in the hilum

A

Superiorly: pulmonary artery
Posteriorly: bronchi
Anterior-inferiorly: pulmonary vein