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Which type of inguinal hernia enters through the deep inguinal ring?
Which type of inguinal hernia enters through the deep inguinal ring?
- Direct Inguinal Hernia
- Indirect Inguinal Hernia (correct)
- Both Direct and Indirect Inguinal Hernias
- None of the Above
A direct inguinal hernia usually reaches the scrotum.
A direct inguinal hernia usually reaches the scrotum.
False (B)
A direct inguinal hernia enters the inguinal canal through its _______ wall.
A direct inguinal hernia enters the inguinal canal through its _______ wall.
posterior
What anatomical structure is shown in an anterior view in the diagram?
What anatomical structure is shown in an anterior view in the diagram?
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Which type of inguinal hernia comes out through the superficial inguinal ring?
Which type of inguinal hernia comes out through the superficial inguinal ring?
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Study Notes
Direct Inguinal Hernia
- Enters the inguinal canal through the posterior wall (inguinal triangle)
- Travels through the inguinal canal
- Typically stops at the superficial inguinal ring
Indirect Inguinal (Oblique) Hernia
- Enters the inguinal canal through the deep inguinal ring
- Travels through the inguinal canal
- Exits through the superficial inguinal ring
- Can reach the scrotum
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