24 Questions
What is the primary function of the ductus deferens in the spermatic cord?
To convey sperms from the epididymis to the ejaculatory duct
Which artery branch arises from the inferior epigastric artery to supply the spermatic cord?
Cremasteric artery
What is the term for the network of veins that terminate as right or left testicular veins in the spermatic cord?
Pampiniform venous plexus
Which nerve supplies the cremaster muscle in the spermatic cord?
Genital branch of the genitofemoral nerve
What is the main component of the spermatic cord that conveys sperms from the epididymis to the ejaculatory duct?
Ductus deferens
What is the function of the sympathetic nerve fibres in the spermatic cord?
To regulate the contraction of arteries and ductus deferens
Which structure is biologically homologous to the scrotum?
Labia majora
What is the average wall thickness of the scrotum?
8 mm
Which structure suspends the testis in the scrotum?
Spermatic cord
Where does the spermatic cord begin?
At the deep inguinal ring
Which fascia is derived from the transversalis fascia?
Internal spermatic fascia
The cremasteric fascia and muscle are derived from which muscle?
Internal oblique
Which structure does the spermatic cord traverse?
Superficial inguinal ring
Which covering is NOT part of the spermatic cord?
External spermatic fascia
To which vessels is the deep inguinal ring lateral?
Inferior epigastric vessels
Where does the spermatic cord end?
At the posterior border of the testis
What is the main attribute of the scrotum necessary for the production of viable sperm?
Its relatively cool temperature
Which fascia is continuous posteriorly with the Colles fascia?
Dartos fascia
Which artery is NOT involved in the blood supply to the scrotum?
Superior mesenteric artery
Where do the scrotal veins drain?
Superficial inguinal lymph nodes
What nerve supplies the anterolateral surface of the scrotum?
Genitofemoral nerve
What structure is responsible for suspending each testis in the hemiscrotum?
Spermatic cord
What layer surrounds the testes except at the epididymis and the spermatic cord?
Visceral layer of tunica vaginalis
What is found between the visceral and parietal layers of the tunica vaginalis?
A layer of fluid
This quiz covers the topics of prostate cancer, its effects on erectile function, and the male reproductive system, including the prostate gland and seminal vesicles.
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