Enumerate the components of extrahepatic biliary apparatus. The components of extrahepatic biliary apparatus are: Right and left hepatic ducts Common hepatic duct Gall bladder and cystic duct Common bile duct Describe theRead More…
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Vermiform Appendix
Descibe the location and dimensions of Vermiform Appendix. Location Vermiform appendix is located in the right lower quadrant of abdomen, more specifically in the right iliac fossa. Base of the appendix usuallyRead More…
Large intestine
Learning Objectives After reading this post you will know Parts of large intestine. Cardinal features of large intestine. Differences between small and large intestine. Nerve supply of large intestine. Posterior relations of caecum.Read More…
Jejunum and Ileum
Enumerate the parts of small intestine. Small intestine is about 6 m long and is divided into 3 parts: Duodenum Jejunum Ileum The duodenum is the proximal fixed part and mostly retroperitoneal. The other Read More…
Coeliac trunk, Superior and Inferior Mesenteric Arteries
Learning Objectives After reading this post you will know Ventral branches of aorta. Vertebral level of origin of coeliac , superior mesenteric and inferior mesenteric arteries. Branches of coeliac trunk and structuresRead More…
Lesser Sac and Epiploic Foramen
Describe the location of lesser sac. Lesser sac is the smaller part of the peritoneal cavity that lies behind the stomach and lesser omentum. It allows expansion and mobility of stomach. What are theRead More…
Stomach
Describe the location, parts and external features of stomach. Location: It is located in the upper left part of the abdomen. Most of it is under cover of the lower ribs and left costalRead More…
Tibia
Learning objectives After reading this post you will know the following about tibia: Type of bone and location Side determination General features of upper end, shaft and lower end Attachment of musclesRead More…
Upper Limb – Important Questions
IMPORTANT EXAM QUESTIONS FROM UPPER LIMB For the Answers, please click on the text highlighted in blue/red. Enumerate: Structures piercing clavipectoral fascia. Contents of axilla. [Video Axilla] Branches of lateral cord ofRead More…
Abdomen – Important Questions
Important Questions on Abdomen Please Click on the text highlighted in “Blue” for the answers. Enumerate: Muscles of anterior abdominal wall and their actions. Arteries supplying anterior abdominal wall. Contents of rectusRead More…