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What is the primary type of muscle that forms the internal urethral sphincter?
What is the primary type of muscle that forms the internal urethral sphincter?
- Skeletal muscle
- Striated muscle
- Smooth muscle (correct)
- Cardiac muscle
Which structure serves as the route for sperm to travel from the testis to the ejaculatory duct?
Which structure serves as the route for sperm to travel from the testis to the ejaculatory duct?
- Ductus (vas) deferens (correct)
- Seminal vesicles
- Spermatic cord
- Epididymis
What condition is characterized by the formation of stones in the urinary system?
What condition is characterized by the formation of stones in the urinary system?
- Nephritis
- Hydronephrosis
- Urolithiasis (correct)
- Cystitis
Which structure in the male reproductive system is responsible for producing semen?
Which structure in the male reproductive system is responsible for producing semen?
Which part of the urinary system is under voluntary control?
Which part of the urinary system is under voluntary control?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the urinary system?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the urinary system?
Which of the following is included in the list of retroperitoneal organs?
Which of the following is included in the list of retroperitoneal organs?
What structure primarily supports intraperitoneal organs?
What structure primarily supports intraperitoneal organs?
Which organ is NOT typically classified as retroperitoneal?
Which organ is NOT typically classified as retroperitoneal?
Which of the following correctly lists the components of the urinary system?
Which of the following correctly lists the components of the urinary system?
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Study Notes
Urethra Anatomy
- Internal urethral sphincter: Smooth muscle, involuntary control.
- External urethral sphincter: Skeletal muscle, under voluntary control.
Urolithiasis and Kidney Transplant
- Urolithiasis refers to the formation of kidney stones.
- A kidney transplant is a surgical procedure to replace a diseased kidney with a healthy one.
Male Reproductive Anatomy
- Main structures include:
- Scrotum
- Testis
- Epididymis
- Ductus (vas) deferens
- Spermatic cord (not pictured)
- Seminal vesicles
- Ejaculatory duct
- Prostate gland
Peritoneum and Mesenteries
- Mesenteries: Double-layered folds of peritoneum that support intraperitoneal organs, including:
- Greater omentum
- Lesser omentum
- Mesentery proper
- Mesocolon
- Retroperitoneal organs: Lie against the body wall, superficial to parietal peritoneum.
Retroperitoneal Organs (SAD PUCKER)
- Suprarenal (adrenal) glands
- Aorta and inferior vena cava (IVC)
- Duodenum (except the first part)
- Pancreas (except the tail)
- Ureters
- Colon (ascending and descending)
- Kidneys
- Esophagus
- Rectum (last part)
Urinary System
- Organs involved:
- Kidneys
- Ureters
- Urinary bladder
- Urethra
- Functions include:
- Removal of waste products from the bloodstream.
- Storage and excretion of urine.
- Regulation of blood pressure and blood volume.
- Secretion of erythropoietin (EPO), which regulates red blood cell production.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify and describe structures of the digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems.
- Apply anatomical knowledge to clinical cases.
Abdominal Cavity
- Functions:
- Houses and protects major viscera.
- Assists in breathing.
- Facilitates changes in intra-abdominal pressure.
Abdominopelvic Quadrants
- Upper right: Liver, gallbladder.
- Lower right: Appendix.
- Upper left: Stomach, spleen.
- Lower left: Contains various structures not specified.
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