Abdomen, Pelvis and Perineum 1 CSS

Question 1

Define hernia

Answer 1

A condition in which part or whole of an organ or tissue abnormally protrude through the wall of the structure containing the organ or tissue

Question 2

What are the 2 main types of hernia

Answer 2

Femoral hernia

Inguinal hernia (indirect and direct)

Question 3

Answer 3

Question 4

State the following borders of the femoral canal:

Superior

Inferior

Medial

Lateral

Answer 4

Superior border: Inguinal ligament

Inferior border: Pectineus fascia

Medial: Lacunar ligament

Lateral: Femoral vein

Question 5

What is the difference between a direct and indirect inguinal hernia?

Answer 5

Direct hernia goes through hasselbachs triangle which is medial to inferior epigastric artery

Indirect hernia goes through the internal inguinal ring lateral to the inferior epigastric artery

Question 6

Image showing difference between direct and indirect inguinal hernia

Look at where the hernia is located in relation to the inferior epigastric vessels

Answer 6

Question 7

Feel for the femoral pulse

Answer 7

Located in midpoint between the ASIS and pubic tubercle (mid-iguinal point)