Thorax/Abdomen — Flashcards

What structure is contained within the gastrocolic ligament?_____

Where in the respiratory tract do cilia terminate? _____

Which artery supplies the rectum above the pectinate line?_____

Which GI ligament may be cut during surgery to access the lesser sac?_____

SMA syndrome can occur due to pronounced lordosis or surgical correction of _____

ID Artery: _____

What structure is contained within the gastrohepatic ligament?_____

If the rectus abdominis is transected horizontally, the _____ vessels should be ligated bilaterally to prevent bleeding complications

Tumors that arise in the _____ of pancreas can cause obstruction of the common bile duct, leading to an enlarged gallbladder with painless jaundice

What is the best surgical landmark for identifying the appendix?_____