Cross-sectional anatomy of the heart and thorax

Question 1

Which chamber is most anterior?

Answer 1

Right ventricle

Question 2

Which chamber is most posterior?

Answer 2

Left atrium

Question 3

Which chamber makes up the apex of the heart

Answer 3

Left ventricle

Question 4

Where do the descending aorta, azygous vein and oesophagus lie in relation to each other and the heart?

Answer 4

Lie posterior to the heart
Azygous vein most right
Aorta most posteriorly and slightly left
Oesophagus most anteriorly and slightly left