Abdomen Flashcards
The anterior abdominal wall is bounded inferiorly by the …
Inguinal ligament and pelvic bones
The anterolateral abdominal wall is bounded superiorly by…
The cartilages of the 7th through 10th ribs and the xiphoid process of the sternum
Parietal peritoneum lines the abdominal cavity and is located internal to the ____ fascia
Transversalis
Linea alba extends from ? To?
The xiphoid process to the pubic symphysis
Contents of the rictus sheath?
Rectus abdominis and pyramidalis muscles
The anastomosing superior and inferior epigastric arteries and veins
Lymphatic vessels
The distal portions of the anterior rami of spinal nerves t7-t12, which supply muscles and overlying skin
Thoraco-abdominal nerve
T7-t11
Continuation of the lower intercostal nerves
Distribution to muscles of the anterolateral abdominal wall and overlying skin
Subcostal
T12
Originates from anterior ramis of l1 spinal nerve
Distribution to muscles of the anterolateral abdominal wall and overlying skin superior to iliac crest and inferior to umbilicus