
Inferior border is semilunar in shape.Anterior border is sharp and shorter than the posterior border.is separated from the fundus of the stomach and spleen by left dome of diaphragm on the left side.is separated from the liver by the right dome of the diaphragm on the right side.is related to the dome of the diaphragm.On left side to left brachiocephalic vein, left subclavian artery, left recurrent laryngeal nerve, oesophagus and thoracic duct.
On right side to right brachiocephalic vein, right phrenic nerve, brachiocephalic artery, right vagus nerveand trachea. Posteriorly to neck of 1st rib, sympathetic chain, highest intercostal vein, superior intercostal artery and ventral ramus of T1 spinal nerve. Anteriorly to subclavian artery and vein, and scalenus anterior muscle. is covered by cervical pleura and suprapleural membrane (Sibson’s fascia). extends into the neck, an inch above the medial 1/3 rd of the clavicle. 11 Describe the lymphatic drainage of lungs.Įach lung has an apex, a base, 3 borders and 3 surfaces. 9 Describe the bronchopulmonary segments of lungs. 8 Draw labelled diagram showing relations of mediastinal surface of left lung. 7 Draw labelled diagram showing relations of mediastinal surface of right lung. 6 Enumerate the differences between fetal and adult lung. 5 Enumerate the differences between fetal and adult lung. 4 Enumerate the structures passing through the hilum of lungs. 3 Describe the root and hilum of lungs. 2 Name the fissures and lobes of right and left lungs. 1 Describe the Gross Features of Lungs.