Abdominal Quadrants and Organs Flashcards

Study Notes

Abdominal Quadrants and Their Organs

RUQ (Right Upper Quadrant) includes:
- Liver
- Right kidney
- Colon
- Pancreas
- Gallbladder
LUQ (Left Upper Quadrant) consists of:
- Liver
- Spleen
- Left kidney
- Stomach
- Colon
- Pancreas
LLQ (Left Lower Quadrant) contains:
- Left kidney
- Colon
- Small intestines
- Major artery and vein to the left leg
- Ureter
- Bladder
RLQ (Right Lower Quadrant) is made up of:
- Right kidney
- Colon
- Small intestines
- Major artery and vein to the right leg
- Ureter
- Appendix
- Bladder

Organs by Specific Names

Liver is located in the RUQ
Stomach is situated in the LUQ
Spleen is found in the LUQ
Gallbladder is present in the RUQ
Appendix is located in the RLQ
Left kidney resides in the LUQ
Right ovary is found in the RLQ
Uterus can be found in both RLQ and LLQ

Associated Diseases by Quadrants

Epigastric Region is associated with:
- GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
- MI (Myocardial Infarction)
RUQ Diseases can include:
- Cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder)
LUQ Disease may involve:
- Pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas)
Periumbilical Associated Disease refers to:
- SBO (Small Bowel Obstruction)
RLQ Associated Disease includes:
- Appendicitis (inflammation of the appendix)
LLQ Associated Disease can be:
- Diverticulitis (inflammation of pouches that can form in the intestines)
Suprapubic Associated Disease is related to:
- Ovarian torsion
Flanks Associated Disease points to:
- Pyelonephritis (kidney infection)

Description

Test your knowledge of the organs located in each abdominal quadrant with these flashcards. This quiz covers the right upper, left upper, left lower, and right lower quadrants of the abdomen. Perfect for anatomy students and health professionals looking to refresh their understanding of abdominal anatomy.