Part of the heart lying in front of oesophagus_____________?

Correct answer: A. Left atrium

  • A. Left atrium
  • B. Left ventricle
  • C. Right ventricle
  • D. Right atrium

Explanation

The left atrium lies immediately anterior to the oesophagus, separated from it mainly by the pericardium. This close relationship explains why enlargement of the left atrium may produce dysphagia.

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