Trachea (dave's notes)

Question 1

At what anatomical landmarks does the trachea begin?

Answer 1

C6

In continuity with the larynx - cricotracheal ligament

Question 2

Describe the cartilaginous rings of the trachea and their connections

Answer 2

C shaped rings closed posteriorly by trachealis

Question 3

What parts of the trachea are midline?

Answer 3

The cervical part, then passes downwards and backwards

Question 4

What are the tracheal landmarks relative to the thyroid?

Answer 4

The thyroid isthmus is adherent to rings 2,3,4 (berry’s ligament)
The lower lobes extend down to C6