Program
Introduction to cardiothoracic anatomy:
• Anatomical terminology;
• The thoracic wall and its boundaries;
• Division of the thorax and mediastinum;
• Main superficial anatomical landmarks;
Thoracic Wall:
• Osteology;
• Joints;
• Intercostal Muscles and Thoracic Musculature;
• Diaphragm – Anatomy, Insertions and Main Openings;
Pleura and Lungs:
• Parietal and Visceral Pleura;
• Vascularisation and Innervation;
• Anatomical Relationships;
Mediastinum:
• Borders and Division;
• Superior Mediastinum;
• Inferior Mediastinum – Anterior, Middle and Posterior;
• Anatomical Relationships;
Heart:
• Location and Orientation;
• Pericardium, Atria and Ventricles;
• Septa and Heart Valves;
• Coronary Blood Supply;
• Venous Drainage;
Major Vessels:
• Aorta and Vena Cava;
• Pulmonary Arteries;
• Azygos System;
Thoracic Vessels:
• Intercostal arteries;
• Thoracic veins;
• Lymphatic drainage;
• Thoracic duct;
Nerves and cardiothoracic innervation:
• Intercostal nerves;
• Phrenic nerves;
• Vagus nerves assessment.
Internship(s)
NAO