Carina T4-T5 — FRCA Primary MCQ

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The trachea bifurcates at the carina at approximately which vertebral level?

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Correct answer: A — T4-T5

The carina is at the level of the sternal angle (angle of Louis) at T4/T5. The right main bronchus is wider shorter and more vertical than the left making it the more common site for aspiration and endobronchial intubation.

Reference: RCoA 2021 Primary FRCA Curriculum