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Which statement is true for indirect inguinal hernias?
Which statement is true for indirect inguinal hernias?
- Indirect hernias occur medial to the inferior epigastric vessels
- The hernial sac protrudes below the inguinal ligament
- The hernial sac follows the course of the inguinal canal (correct)
- They are slightly more common in females than males
Which statement is true for a symptomatic inguinal hernia?
Which statement is true for a symptomatic inguinal hernia?
- A symptomatic inguinal hernia is vital indication for surgery
- A symptomatic inguinal hernia is absolute indication for surgery (correct)
- A symptomatic inguinal hernia is cosmetic indication for surgery
- A symptomatic inguinal hernia is relative indication for surgery
During laparoscopic surgery, with what gas is the abdominal cavity traditionally insufflated?
During laparoscopic surgery, with what gas is the abdominal cavity traditionally insufflated?
- Nitrogen
- Helium
- Oxygen (correct)
- Carbon monoxide
What is the best definition of Calot's triangle?
What is the best definition of Calot's triangle?
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Hernias
- Indirect inguinal hernias originate from the internal inguinal ring and follow the inguinal canal
- Symptomatic inguinal hernias typically present with a lump or swelling in the groin area, which may be painful or tender to the touch
Laparoscopic Surgery
- During laparoscopic surgery, the abdominal cavity is traditionally insufflated with carbon dioxide gas
Anatomy
- Calot's triangle is the anatomic space bounded by the common hepatic duct, the cystic duct, and the liver edge
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