Anatomy of the Lungs

lung anatomy  Anatomy and physiology of the lungs The lungs sit in the thorax separated from the abdomen by the diaphragm 1 The upper airway (mouth, nose, larynx and Source: Pulmonary Rehabilitation Reference No: 66354-1 Issue date: 13220 Review date: 13223 Page 1 of 5 Lung anatomy Breathing

The lungs are enclosed by the pleurae, which are attached to the mediastinum The right lung is shorter and wider than the left lung, and the left lung occupies Each lung has three surfaces The medial or mediastinal surface is marked by the hilum where the bronchi and blood vessels enter; the concave inferior suface

Each lung has three surfaces The medial or mediastinal surface is marked by the hilum where the bronchi and blood vessels enter; the concave inferior suface Early stage of lung development: During the early stages of lung development, the lung bud gradually transforms into the trachea