Surgical Anatomy of Inguinal Canal Quiz
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Surgical Anatomy of Inguinal Canal Quiz

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Where does an indirect inguinal hernia (IIH) come out through?

  • Deep internal ring (correct)
  • Superficial external ring
  • Superficial internal ring
  • Deep external ring

    • What is the characteristic anatomical location of a direct inguinal hernia (DIH)?

  • Goes through Hesselbach's triangle (correct)
  • Extends to the bottom of the scrotum
  • Lies medial to the inferior epigastric artery
  • Crosses the deep internal ring

    • What is the distinguishing feature of a funicular hernia?

  • Sac does not reach the bottom of the scrotum
  • Involves the deep external ring
  • Processus vaginalis is open just above the epididymis (correct)
  • Neck is narrow and medial to the inferior epigastric vessels

    • In which age group is an indirect inguinal hernia more common compared to a direct inguinal hernia?

    <p>Younger age group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common clinical feature of patients with an indirect inguinal hernia?

    <p>Dragging pain and swelling in the groin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the Deep Inguinal Ring (DIR) located?

    <p>1.25 cm above the inguinal ligament midway between the symphysis pubis &amp; anterior superior iliac spine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What forms the Inguinal (Poupart’s) Ligament?

    <p>Lower border of the external oblique aponeurosis (EOA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the cremasteric fascia?

    <p>Provide covering for spermatic cord</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structures are located anteriorly to the inguinal canal?

    <p>External oblique aponeurosis (EOA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the condition in infants regarding the inguinal canal?

    <p>Both rings are superimposed without obliquity of the inguinal canal</p> Signup and view all the answers

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