Pudendal Nerve Anatomy Quiz
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Where does the pudendal nerve primarily originate from?

  • Ventral nerve roots of L4 and L5
  • Ventral nerve roots of S2, S3, and S4 (correct)
  • Ventral nerve roots of T10 and T11
  • Ventral nerve roots of C6 and C7
  • Which muscle does the pudendal nerve travel anterior to?

  • Sartorius muscle
  • Piriformis muscle (correct)
  • Gluteus maximus muscle
  • Tensor fasciae latae muscle
  • Where does the pudendal nerve travel through the greater sciatic foramen?

  • Between piriformis and coccygeus muscles (correct)
  • Between tensor fasciae latae and vastus lateralis muscles
  • Between gluteus medius and gluteus minimus muscles
  • Between adductor magnus and semitendinosus muscles
  • Where is Alcock's canal located?

    <p>Within the pudendal canal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the terminal branches of the pudendal nerve?

    <p>Deep and superficial perineal nerves, dorsal nerve of the penis or clitoris, inferior rectal nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of pudendal nerve entrapment is described as the most common cause?

    <p>Type II - Entrapment between sacrospinous and sacrotuberous ligaments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of pudendal neuropathy?

    <p>Prolonged sitting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is often confused with various morphologic/organ diseases due to its symptoms?

    <p>Pudendal neuropathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of pudendal neuralgia?

    <p>Cumulative, repetitive microtrauma to the nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which activity is considered a common cause of pudendal neuropathy?

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

    What is an infrequent cause of pudendal neuropathy?

    <p>Benign tumors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of individuals is prone to pudendal neuropathy due to their occupation?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential indirect cause of pudendal neuropathy?

    <p>Viral infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can exacerbate neuropathic pain associated with pudendal neuralgia?

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

    Which treatment can lead to pudendal neuropathy, especially in males treated for cancer?

    <p>Radiation therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can cause changes in the ischial spine and the inferior lateral angle of the sacrum?

    <p>Prolonged sitting</p> Signup and view all the answers

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