MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -The trachea is the long tube that connects your larynx (voice box) to your bronchi. Your bronchi send air to your lungs. Your trachea is a key part of your respiratory system. The trachea is made of rings of cartilage.

Detailed explanation-2: -A normal trachea (windpipe) has many rings made of cartilage (a strong and flexible tissue). These rings are C-shaped and support the trachea but also allow it to move and flex when your child breathes.

Detailed explanation-3: -The trachea (windpipe) is made up of cartilages (also called tracheal rings). Normally tracheal rings are “C” shaped.

Detailed explanation-4: -The cartilaginous rings are C-shaped to allow the trachea to collapse slightly at the opening so that food can pass down the esophagus.

Detailed explanation-5: -The airway that leads from the larynx (voice box) to the bronchi (large airways that lead to the lungs). Also called windpipe.