Question 5 of 18
This MRCS Part B station tests your knowledge of the anatomy of the thyroid gland and surrounding structures.
For more Anatomy practice, head to Acland's via the link above (Pass the MRCS members get access for free)
This MRCS Part B station tests your knowledge of the anatomy of the thyroid gland and surrounding structures.
For more Anatomy practice, head to Acland's via the link above (Pass the MRCS members get access for free)
What is the blood supply to the thyroid gland?
- The superior part of the thyroid gland is supplied by the superior thyroid artery, a branch of the external carotid artery.
- The inferior part of the thyroid gland is supplied by the inferior thyroid artery, a branch of the thyrocervical trunk, itself a branch of the subclavian artery.
- In addition, in around 10% of people there is a thyroid ima artery that branches directly from the brachiocephalic trunk.
