E. Transpyloric plane – Explanation
The suprasternal notch (fossa jugularis sternalis) is also known as the jugular notch.
The Transpyloric plane, also known as Addison’s Plane, is an upper transverse line,
located halfway between the jugular notc and the upper border of the pubic symphysis.
The plane in most cases cuts through the pylorus of the stomach, the tips of the ninth
costal cartilages and the lower border of the first lumbar vertebra
While it is true that the transpyloric plane passes through the fundus of the gall bladder,
the fundus of the gallbladder is NOT at the midpoint between the suprasternal notch
and pubic symphysis. It is on the same plane but it is more lateral nearer to the
midclavicular line rather than midsternal line.
The Transpyloric plane, also known as Addison’s Plane, is an upper transverse line,
located halfway between the jugular notc and the upper border of the pubic symphysis.
The plane in most cases cuts through the pylorus of the stomach, the tips of the ninth
costal cartilages and the lower border of the first lumbar vertebra
While it is true that the transpyloric plane passes through the fundus of the gall bladder,
the fundus of the gallbladder is NOT at the midpoint between the suprasternal notch
and pubic symphysis. It is on the same plane but it is more lateral nearer to the
midclavicular line rather than midsternal line.
