Anatomy Of Lungs Presentation
| Introduction to the Anatomy of Lungs | ||
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| The lungs are vital organs responsible for respiration. They are located in the thoracic cavity, protected by the ribcage. Each lung is divided into lobes - the right lung has three lobes, and the left lung has two lobes. | ||
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| Structure of the Lungs | ||
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| The lungs are composed of spongy, elastic tissue. The outer surface of each lung is covered by a thin membrane called the pleura. The lungs are surrounded by a network of blood vessels and bronchial tubes. | ||
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| Bronchial Tree | ||
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| The bronchial tree is a branching network of tubes within the lungs. It starts with the trachea, which divides into the left and right main bronchi. The main bronchi further divide into smaller bronchi, bronchioles, and finally, terminal bronchioles. | ||
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| Alveoli | ||
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| The terminal bronchioles lead to clusters of air sacs called alveoli. Alveoli are the site of gas exchange in the lungs. They are surrounded by a dense network of capillaries, allowing oxygen to enter the bloodstream and carbon dioxide to be expelled. | ||
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| Pleural Membrane | ||
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| The pleural membrane is a double-layered membrane that covers the lungs and lines the thoracic cavity. The outer layer, called the parietal pleura, attaches to the chest wall. The inner layer, called the visceral pleura, covers the lungs themselves. | ||
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| Blood Supply to the Lungs | ||
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| The lungs receive blood supply from the pulmonary arteries. The pulmonary arteries carry deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs. Oxygenated blood returns to the heart through the pulmonary veins. | ||
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| Nerve Supply | ||
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| The lungs are innervated by the autonomic nervous system. Nerves from the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions regulate bronchial smooth muscle tone and airway diameter. These nerves also control the rate and depth of breathing. | ||
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| Summary | ||
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| The lungs are essential organs of respiration, located in the thoracic cavity. They consist of lobes and are covered by the pleural membrane. The bronchial tree, alveoli, blood vessels, and nerves make up the intricate anatomy of the lungs. Note: This presentation is a brief overview of the anatomy of lungs and does not cover all aspects in detail. |  | |
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