Genitourinary Anatomy & Pathology MCQ

Question 1

Which of the following is true about a varicocele?

Select one:

a. Varioceles are the result of embryonic remnants of the tunica vaginalis
b. The majority of idiopathic variocoele occur on the left side
c. A varicocele is a result of a tortuosity of the renal artery causing back-pressure
d. The right testicular vain drains into the right renal vein at right angles

Answer 1

b. The majority of idiopathic variocoele occur on the left side

Question 2

Testosterone is produced by the;

Select one:

a. Seminal vesicles
b. Sertoli cells of the testes
c. Leydig cells of the testes
d. Hypothalamus
e. Prostate gland

Answer 2

c. Leydig cells of the testes

Question 3

Which of the following is correct?

The ureters;

Select one:

a. Are in close proximity to the ovarian artery
b. Generally have no constrictions
c. Are intraperitoneal
d. Cross over the vas deferens
e. Do not come in close proximity to the uterine artery

Answer 3

a. Are in close proximity to the ovarian artery

Question 4

A single-walled renal cyst is most likely to be indicative of;

Select one:

a. The first stages of Polycystic disease
b. A common benign condtion
c. Malignant neoplasia
d. Hydatid disease

Answer 4

b. A common benign condtion

Question 5

Complications of acute renal failure include;

Select one:

a. Anaemia
b. Dehydration
c. Osteoporosis
d. High BP

Answer 5

d. High BP

Question 6

Glomerulonephritis ;

Select one:

a. Is defined as acute bacterial renal infections
b. Often is caused by an auto-immune condition
c. Indicates pathology of the medullary pyramids and calyceal system
d. Is an inherited cystic renal condition

Answer 6

b. Often is caused by an auto-immune condition

Question 7

A nephroblastoma;

Select one:

a. Predominantly occurs in young children
b. Is a consequence of repeated urinary infections
c. Results from chronic irritation from a kidney stone
d. Is most commonly the consequence of smoking
e. Is most commonly the result of occupational exposure

Answer 7

a. Predominantly occurs in young children

Question 8

Which of the following is correct?

Select one:

a. Testicular malignant neoplasia have a very poor prognosis generally
b. Testicular neoplasia is most likely to be benign
c. Failed descent of testes can predispose to malignancy
d. Testicular neoplasia tends not to metastasis outside of the scrotal area

Answer 8

c. Failed descent of testes can predispose to malignancy

Question 9

A bicornuate uterus;

Select one:

a. Completely prevents pregnancy
b. Results in complete duplication of the uterus and cervix
c. Results from a failure of fusion of the mesonephric ducts
d. Results from abnormal development of the paramesonephric ducts
e. Results in fusion but incomplete resorption of the septum

Answer 9

d. Results from abnormal development of the paramesonephric ducts