Oesophagus - Anatomy & Physiology - Flashcards

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Oesophagus Flashcards

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By what process does food move down the oesophagus?
  • Peristalsis
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How does the Oesophagus passes from the Thorax into the Abdomen?
  • Through the oesophageal hiatus of the diaphragm
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What is the innervation of the Oesophagus?
  • Right and Left Vagus nerves (CN X)
  • Recurrent laryngeal nerves
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Thickening of which muscle layer forms a sphincter near the gastric juntion?
  • Inner circular layer of Tunica Muscularis
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What are the proportions of Striated Muscle in the Oesophagus in the following species? In the dog: 100%

In the cat: 80% (rostral)

In the horse: 65% (rostral)

In the pig: 33% (rostral)

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