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What is the primary action of the External Abdominal Oblique muscle?

  • Elevate the ribs during inhalation
  • Stabilize the pelvis
  • Flex the vertebral column
  • Compress abdominal organs during strenuous activities (correct)
  • What layer of fascia is identified as membranous and attaches to the thigh fascia inferior to the inguinal ligament?

  • Camper's Fascia
  • Scarpa's Fascia (correct)
  • Transversalis Fascia
  • Rectus Sheath
  • Which of the following muscles originates from the iliac crest and inguinal ligament?

  • Rectus Abdominis
  • Internal Abdominal Oblique (correct)
  • Transversus Abdominis
  • External Abdominal Oblique
  • Which nerve roots provide innervation to the Transversus Abdominis?

    <p>T7-T12 &amp; L1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Rectus Sheath?

    <p>Support the rectus abdominis muscle and its aponeuroses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of Caput Medusae?

    <p>Blocked blood flow through the portal vein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the location of the inguinal canal?

    <p>Superior and parallel to the inguinal ligament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nerve provides sensory and motor innervation to the scrotum and labia majora?

    <p>Genitofemoral Nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is responsible for raising and lowering the testes?

    <p>Cremaster muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Inguinal (Hasselbach's) Triangle is defined by which anatomical structures?

    <p>Inguinal ligament, inferior epigastric vessels, and rectus abdominis muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributes to the posterior portion of the rectus sheath?

    <p>Aponeurosis of the Transversus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At which anatomical landmark does the rectus sheath change its structure by fusing all aponeuroses anteriorly?

    <p>Arcuate line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nerve provides sensation to both the scrotum and labia majus?

    <p>Ilioinguinal Nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artery is primarily associated with the posterior rectus sheath?

    <p>Superior Epigastric Artery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure lies directly in contact with the rectus sheath posteriorly below the arcuate line?

    <p>Transversalis Fascia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Thoracoabdominal Nerves (T7-T11)?

    <p>Sensation to the anterior abdominal wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which vein does the Thoracoepigastric Vein drain, allowing connections to the SVC and IVC?

    <p>Lateral Thoracic Vein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following arteries anastomoses with the Superior Epigastric Artery?

    <p>Inferior Epigastric Artery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What anatomical structure forms the lateral boundary of the inguinal triangle?

    <p>Inferior epigastric vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly identifies the location of direct inguinal hernias?

    <p>Medial to the inferior epigastric artery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nerve is responsible for the innervation of the cremaster muscle?

    <p>Genitofemoral nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What veins are primarily involved in the formation of Caput Medusae due to blocked portal circulation?

    <p>Paraumbilical veins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following structures is NOT a component of the spermatic cord?

    <p>Inferior epigastric vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do the superficial lymphatics primarily drain into?

    <p>Axillary and superficial inguinal lymph nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aponeurosis contributes to both the anterior and posterior portions of the rectus sheath?

    <p>Aponeurosis of the Internal Oblique</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary attachment point of the External Abdominal Oblique muscle?

    <p>Between ribs 5-12 and iliac crest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscle has a primary role in compressing abdominal organs during strenuous activities?

    <p>Transversus Abdominis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure lies directly in contact with the transversalis fascia below the arcuate line?

    <p>Rectus Sheath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nerve is responsible for providing sensation to the upper middle thigh?

    <p>Ilioinguinal Nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main components of the rectus sheath?

    <p>Aponeuroses of the external and internal abdominal obliques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nerve roots are responsible for the innervation of the Internal Abdominal Oblique muscle?

    <p>T7-T11 and L1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following arteries is a branch of the external iliac artery?

    <p>Inferior Epigastric Artery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At which vertebral level does the umbilicus correspond in terms of dermatomes?

    <p>T10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the Conjoint Tendon and the Transversus Abdominis?

    <p>It is formed by the aponeurosis of the Transversus Abdominis and Internal Abdominal Oblique.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of fascia lies directly above the Transversalis Fascia?

    <p>Camper's Fascia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the Superior and Inferior Epigastric Veins?

    <p>They directly connect to the thoracoepigastric vein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the deepest fascia derived posteriorly from the thoracolumbar fascia called?

    <p>Transversalis Fascia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Rectus Abdominis muscle primarily originates from which anatomical landmark?

    <p>Pubic tubercle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature does the extraperitoneal connective tissue provide in relation to other abdominal structures?

    <p>It is located between the transversalis fascia and the parietal peritoneum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What fibers assist in the action of maximal expiration in abdominal muscles?

    <p>Thoracoabdominal nerves and lumbar plexus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure encloses the rectus abdominis muscle and helps maintain its position?

    <p>Rectus sheath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What change occurs to the rectus sheath below the umbilicus and at the arcuate line?

    <p>It no longer has aponeurosis contributing posteriorly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following veins does not drain into the azygous system?

    <p>Inferior Epigastric Vein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Fascial Layers

    • Superficial Layers:
      • Camper's Fascia: Fatty layer.
      • Scarpa's Fascia: Membranous/Fibrous layer. Attaches to the thigh fascia inferior to the inguinal ligament.
    • Deeper Layers:
      • Muscle Fascia: Each muscle has its own fascia.
      • Transversalis Fascia: Covers the innermost surface of the deepest anterior wall muscle. Derived posteriorly from the thoracolumbar fascia.

    Muscles of the Anterior Abdominal Wall

    • External Abdominal Oblique:
      • Attachments: Originates between ribs 5-12. Inserts on the iliac crest and linea alba. The lower extent of the muscle's aponeurosis forms the inguinal ligament.
      • Innervation: T7-T12.
      • Actions: Compresses abdominal organs during strenuous activities such as coughing and maximal expiration.
    • Internal Abdominal Oblique:
      • Attachments: Originates from the iliac crest/inguinal ligament. Inserts on the inferior border of ribs 9-12.
      • Innervation: T7-T12 & L1.
      • Actions: Compresses abdominal organs during strenuous activities such as coughing and maximal expiration.
    • Transversus Abdominus:
      • Attachments: Originates at the iliac crest. Its aponeurosis inserts onto the linea alba, pubic crest. Forms the conjoint tendon with the aponeurosis of the internal abdominal oblique.
      • Innervation: T7-T12 & L1.
      • Actions: Compresses abdominal organs during strenuous activities such as coughing and maximal expiration.
    • Rectus Abdominis:
      • Attachments: Originates at the level of the pubic tubercle. Inserts onto ribs 5-7.
      • Innervation: T7-T12.
      • Actions: Compresses abdominal organs during strenuous activities such as coughing and maximal expiration.

    Rectus Sheath

    • Dense connective tissue sheath that surrounds the rectus abdominis muscle.
    • Anterior and Posterior Layers: Contain the aponeuroses of the external oblique (EO), internal oblique (IO), and transversus abdominis (TA) muscles.
    • Linea Semilunaris: Where the aponeuroses meet and then fuse at the linea alba.
    • Aponeurosis Contributions:
      • External Oblique: Contributes to the anterior portion of the sheath.
      • Internal Oblique: Contributes to both anterior and posterior portions.
      • Transversus Abdominis: Contributes to the posterior portion of the sheath.
    • Below the Umbilicus and at the Arcuate Line:
      • The rectus sheath no longer has the aponeurosis of certain muscles contributing to it posteriorly.
      • All aponeuroses of the muscles fuse and are part of the sheath anteriorly.
      • This leaves the rectus sheath directly in contact with the transversalis fascia posteriorly.

    Transversalis Fascia

    • Deepest fascia derived posteriorly from the thoracolumbar fascia.
    • Extraperitoneal Connective Tissues: Between the transversalis fascia and the parietal peritoneum.

    Cutaneous Nerves of the Anterior Abdominal Wall + Functions

    • Thoracoabdominal Nerves (T7-T11): Provide sensation to the skin of the abdominal wall.
    • Ilioinguinal Nerve (L1): Provides sensation to the scrotum/labia majora and the upper middle thigh. It goes through the inguinal canal.
    • Iliohypogastric Nerve (L1): Provides sensation to the skin of the lower abdomen.
    • Subcostal Nerve (T12): Provides sensation to the skin of the lower abdomen.

    Dermatomes

    • Xiphoid: T7
    • Umbilicus: T10
    • Pubic: L1

    Vasculature of the Anterior Abdominal Wall

    Arteries

    • Superior Epigastric Artery: Branch of the internal thoracic artery. Descends within the posterior rectus sheath to anastomose with the inferior epigastric artery.
    • Inferior Epigastric Artery: Branch of the external iliac artery. Ascends inferior to the inguinal ligament, penetrates the transversalis fascia and anastomoses with the superior epigastric artery.

    Veins

    • Lumbar Vein: Drains into the azygous system. Anastomoses with the superior and inferior epigastric veins.
    • Subcostal Vein: Drains into the azygous system. Anastomoses with the superior & inferior epigastric veins.
    • Thoracoepigastric Vein: Longitudinal veins drain into the superior vena cava (SVC) via the lateral thoracic vein and into the inferior vena cava (IVC) via the superficial epigastric vein. Branches near the umbilicus and anastomoses with the paraumbilical veins.
      • Paraumbilical Veins: Connect to the portal vein.
      • Caput Medusae: Occurs when there is blocked blood flow through the portal vein. This causes retrograde bloodflow through the paraumbilical veins and the thoracoepigastric veins.

    Lymphatics

    • Superficial Lymphatics: Drain into the axillary and superficial inguinal lymph nodes.
    • Muscle Lymphatics: Drain along the superior and inferior epigastric veins to reach the lumbar, parasternal, and external iliac nodes.

    Inguinal Canal

    • Lies parallel and superior to the inguinal ligament.
    • Transmits the ductus deferens/round ligament.
    • Femoral Vessels pass inferior to the inguinal ligament.

    Contents of the Inguinal Canal

    • Ilioinguinal Nerve (L1)
    • Genitofemoral Nerve (L1-L2): Sensory and motor innervation to the scrotum/labia majora and lower abdomen skin.
    • Spermatic Cord (contains vas deferens) / Round Ligament of the Uterus: Connects the uterus to the labia majora.
    • Cremaster Muscle: Muscle that contracts to raise and lower testes. (Innervated by the genitofemoral nerve)

    Walls of the Inguinal Canal

    • Floor:
      • Laterally: Inguinal Ligament.
      • Medially: Lacunar Ligament.
    • Anterior Wall:
      • Laterally: External oblique aponeurosis and internal oblique fibers.
      • Medially: External oblique aponeurosis (superficial ring).
    • Posterior Wall:
      • Laterally: Transversalis fascia (deep ring).
      • Medially: Conjoint tendon.

    Spermatic Cord

    • Internal Spermatic Fascia: Invagination of the transversalis fascia. Forms the deep ring.
    • Middle Spermatic (Cremasteric) Fascia: Fascia derived from the internal abdominal oblique.
    • External Spermatic Fascia: Fascia derived from the external abdominal oblique.

    Inguinal (Hasselbach's) Triangle

    • Weak area in the abdominal wall, bounded by the inguinal ligament, inferior epigastric vessels, and the rectus abdominis muscle.

    Direct vs Indirect Inguinal Hernias

    • Direct: Protrusion of abdominal contents through the inguinal triangle. Originates medial to the inferior epigastric artery.
    • Indirect: Protrusion of abdominal contents through the inguinal canal. Originates lateral to the inferior epigastric artery. (More common in men)

    Fascial Layers

    • Superficial Layers: Camper's Fascia (fatty layer) and Scarpa's Fascia (membranous/fibrous layer)
    • Deeper Layers: Fascia from each muscle and Transversalis Fascia (covers the innermost surface of the deepest anterior wall muscle)

    Muscles of the Anterior Abdominal Wall

    • External Abdominal Oblique:

      • Origin: Ribs 5-12
      • Insertion: Iliac crest and linea alba, with the lower extent forming the inguinal ligament
      • Innervation: T7-T12
      • Action: Compress abdominal organs during strenuous activities
    • Internal Abdominal Oblique:

      • Origin: Iliac crest/inguinal ligament
      • Insertion: Inferior border of ribs 9-12
      • Innervation: T7-T12 & L1
      • Action: Compress abdominal organs during strenuous activities
    • Transversus Abdominus:

      • Origin: Iliac crest
      • Insertion: Linea alba, pubic crest (forms the conjoint tendon with the internal abdominal oblique)
      • Innervation: T7-T12 & L1
      • Action: Compress abdominal organs during strenuous activities
    • Rectus Abdominis:

      • Origin: Pubic tubercle
      • Insertion: Ribs 5-7
      • Innervation: T7-T12
      • Action: Compress abdominal organs during strenuous activities

    Rectus Sheath

    • Dense connective tissue sheath surrounding the rectus abdominis muscle.
    • Contains aponeuroses of the external oblique (anterior), internal oblique (anterior and posterior), and transversus abdominus (posterior).
    • Below the umbilicus and at the arcuate line: The aponeuroses of the muscles are all anterior, leaving the rectus sheath directly in contact with the transversalis fascia posteriorly.

    Transversalis Fascia

    • Deepest fascia, derived posteriorly from the thoracolumbar fascia.
    • Extraperitoneal Connective Tissues are located between the transversalis fascia and the parietal peritoneum.

    Cutaneous Nerves of the Anterior Abdominal Wall

    • Thoracoabdominal Nerves (T7-T11)
    • Ilioinguinal Nerve (L1): Provides sensation to the scrotum/labia majora and upper middle thigh, passing through the inguinal canal.
    • Iliohypogastric Nerve (L1)
    • Subcostal Nerve (T12)

    Dermatomes

    • Xiphoid: T7
    • Umbilicus: T10
    • Pubic: L1

    Vasculature of the Anterior Abdominal Wall

    Arteries

    • Superior Epigastric Artery: Branch of the internal thoracic artery, descends within the posterior rectus sheath to anastomose with the inferior epigastric artery.
    • Inferior Epigastric Artery: Branch of the external iliac artery, ascends inferior to the inguinal ligament, penetrates the transversalis fascia, and anastomoses with the superior epigastric artery.

    Veins

    • Lumbar Vein: Drains into the azygous system, anastomoses with the superior and inferior epigastric veins.
    • Subcostal Vein: Drains into the azygous system, anastomoses with the superior and inferior epigastric veins.
    • Thoracoepigastric Vein: Longitudinal vein draining into the superior vena cava (SVC) via the lateral thoracic vein and into the inferior vena cava (IVC) via the superficial epigastric vein.
      • Branches near the umbilicus and anastomoses with the paraumbilical veins, which connect to the portal vein.
      • Caput Medusae: Blocked blood flow through the portal vein leads to retrograde blood flow through the paraumbilical veins and thoracoepigastric vein.

    Lymphatics

    • Superficial Lymphatics: Drain into axillary and superficial inguinal lymph nodes.
    • Muscle Lymphatics: Drain along the superior and inferior epigastric veins to reach the lumbar, parasternal, and external iliac nodes.

    Inguinal Canal

    • Lies parallel and superior to the inguinal ligament.
    • Transmits the ductus deferens/round ligament.
    • Femoral vessels pass inferior to the inguinal ligament.

    Contents

    • Ilioinguinal Nerve (L1)
    • Genitofemoral Nerve (L1-L2): Sensory and motor innervation to the scrotum/labia majora and lower abdomen skin.
    • Spermatic Cord (contains vas deferens)/Round ligament of the uterus (connects the uterus to the labia majora)
    • Cremaster muscle: Contracts to raise and lower the testes (innervated by the genitofemoral nerve).

    Inguinal Canal Walls

    • Floor:
      • Laterally: Inguinal ligament
      • Medially: Lacunar ligament
    • Anterior Wall:
      • Laterally: External oblique aponeurosis and internal oblique fibers
      • Medially: External oblique aponeurosis (superficial ring)
    • Posterior Wall:
      • Laterally: Transversalis fascia (deep ring)
      • Medially: Conjoint tendon

    Spermatic Cord

    • Internal Spermatic Fascia: Invagination of transversalis fascia, forming the deep ring.
    • Middle Spermatic (Cremasteric) Fascia: Fascia derived from the internal abdominal oblique.
    • External Spermatic Fascia: Fascia derived from the external abdominal oblique.

    Inguinal (Hasselbach's) Triangle

    • Weak area in the abdominal wall bounded by the inguinal ligament, inferior epigastric vessels, and the rectus abdominis muscle.

    Direct vs. Indirect Inguinal Hernias

    • Direct: Protrusion of abdominal contents through the inguinal triangle, originating medial to the inferior epigastric artery.
    • Indirect: Protrusion of abdominal contents through the inguinal canal, originating lateral to the inferior epigastric artery (more common in men).

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