The right mainstem bronchus originates higher than the left mainstem bronchus; it is also shorter, wider, and more vertical. It measures about 2.5 cm and appears as a direct continuation of the trachea.

Which primary bronchi is higher?

The right main bronchus is wider, shorter than the left main bronchus, which is thinner and longer.

Is left or right bronchus higher?

Structure. The trachea (windpipe) divides at the carina into two main or primary bronchi, the left bronchus and the right bronchus. ... The right main bronchus is wider, shorter, and more vertical than the left main bronchus, its mean length is 1.09 cm.