Höhe: 11. Brustwirbel

This tutorial provides an in-depth look at cross-sectional anatomy, focusing on the 11th thoracic vertebra. It covers the orientation of images, bony structures, muscles, organs, and vessels visible in cross-sections. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of understanding these structures for interpreting MRI and CT images, offering tips for orientation and identification. It concludes with encouragement to practice identifying structures to improve skills in reading sectional images.

Identify the major muscles visible in the cross-section at the level of the 11th thoracic vertebra.

What are the functions of the spleen as mentioned in the text?

Describe the location and significance of the abdominal aorta in the cross-section.

What challenges might one face when interpreting cross-sectional anatomy?