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Where does an indirect inguinal hernia (IIH) come out through?
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)?
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?
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?
In which age group is an indirect inguinal hernia more common compared to a direct inguinal hernia?
What is a common clinical feature of patients with an indirect inguinal hernia?
What is a common clinical feature of patients with an indirect inguinal hernia?
Where is the Deep Inguinal Ring (DIR) located?
Where is the Deep Inguinal Ring (DIR) located?
What forms the Inguinal (Poupart’s) Ligament?
What forms the Inguinal (Poupart’s) Ligament?
What is the function of the cremasteric fascia?
What is the function of the cremasteric fascia?
What structures are located anteriorly to the inguinal canal?
What structures are located anteriorly to the inguinal canal?
What is the condition in infants regarding the inguinal canal?
What is the condition in infants regarding the inguinal canal?
Flashcards
Indirect Inguinal Hernia (IIH) Exit Point
Indirect Inguinal Hernia (IIH) Exit Point
Exits through the deep internal ring.
Direct Inguinal Hernia (DIH) Route
Direct Inguinal Hernia (DIH) Route
Passes directly through Hesselbach's triangle.
Funicular Hernia
Funicular Hernia
Processus vaginalis remains open just above the epididymis.
Age Prevalence of IIH
Age Prevalence of IIH
More common in younger individuals.
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IIH Symptoms
IIH Symptoms
Dragging pain and swelling in the groin area.
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Location of Deep Inguinal Ring (DIR)
Location of Deep Inguinal Ring (DIR)
Located 1.25 cm above the inguinal ligament, midway between the symphysis pubis & anterior superior iliac spine.
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Inguinal Ligament Formation
Inguinal Ligament Formation
Formed by the lower border of the external oblique aponeurosis (EOA).
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Function of Cremasteric Fascia
Function of Cremasteric Fascia
Provides covering for the spermatic cord.
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Anterior Structures to Inguinal Canal
Anterior Structures to Inguinal Canal
External oblique aponeurosis (EOA)
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Inguinal Canal in Infants
Inguinal Canal in Infants
Both rings are superimposed without obliquity of the inguinal canal.
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