Blood supply of the esophagus

Blood supply of the esophagus

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Health Sciences, Biology

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This tutorial covers the anatomy of blood vessels related to the esophagus, focusing on the aorta and its branches, including the thoracic and abdominal aorta. It explains the esophageal arteries, their connections, and the venous system associated with the esophagus. The video also explores the subclavian and carotid arteries, providing a comprehensive understanding of the vascular network in the thorax and abdomen.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the diaphragm in relation to the esophagus?

To protect the heart

To aid in digestion

To separate the thorax and abdomen

To supply blood to the esophagus

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of the aorta is responsible for supplying blood to the esophagus?

Ascending aorta

Aortic arch

Thoracic aorta

Abdominal aorta

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which artery is a branch of the aortic arch and supplies the left side of the head and neck?

Right common carotid artery

Left subclavian artery

Right subclavian artery

Left common carotid artery

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The esophageal branches of which artery form an anastomosis with the inferior thyroid artery?

Common carotid artery

Thoracic aorta

Left gastric artery

Inferior phrenic artery

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the function of the posterior intercostal arteries?

To supply blood to the diaphragm

To drain blood from the esophagus

To supply blood to the stomach

To supply blood to the intercostal spaces

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which artery originates from the celiac trunk and supplies the stomach and spleen?

Inferior phrenic artery

Splenic artery

Left gastric artery

Common hepatic artery

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which artery is responsible for supplying the liver and parts of the pancreas?

Left gastric artery

Common hepatic artery

Splenic artery

Inferior phrenic artery

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