- Which of the following structure passes through the central tendon of the diaphragm?
a) Sympathetic chain
b) Aorta
c) Inferior vena cava
d) Esophagus
Explanation:
The vena caval foramen passes through the central tendon at the level of the T8 vertebra. The inferior vena cava and right phrenic nerve pass through this foramen.
Answer: Inferior vena cava