Lower Limb Flashcards

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Q

What is the femoral canal?

A

The femoral canal is the most medial compartment of the femoral sheath, which contains lymphatics and a few fat tissues.

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True or False: The femoral canal contains the femoral artery.

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False. The femoral canal does not contain the femoral artery.

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3
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What structures are found within the femoral canal?

A

The femoral canal contains lymphatics and a small amount of fat.

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4
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Fill in the blank: The femoral canal is located __________ to the femoral vein.

A

medial

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5
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What is the clinical significance of the femoral canal?

A

The femoral canal is important as it can be a site for femoral hernias.

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6
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Which anatomical structure lies lateral to the femoral canal?

A

The femoral vein.

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7
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Multiple Choice: What is the primary function of the femoral canal? A) Blood circulation B) Lymphatic drainage C) Nerve conduction D) Muscle attachment

A

B) Lymphatic drainage

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8
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What is a femoral hernia?

A

A femoral hernia occurs when tissue protrudes through a weak spot in the femoral canal.

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True or False: The femoral canal is larger in females than in males.

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True. The femoral canal is typically larger in females.

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What is the anatomical relationship of the femoral canal to the inguinal ligament?

A

The femoral canal is located below the inguinal ligament.

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11
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Fill in the blank: The femoral canal is part of the __________.

A

femoral sheath

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12
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following conditions is associated with the femoral canal? A) Sciatica B) Femoral hernia C) Varicose veins D) Carpal tunnel syndrome

A

B) Femoral hernia

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13
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What are the boundaries of the femoral canal?

A

The femoral canal is bounded by the femoral vein laterally, the pubic bone medially, and the inguinal ligament superiorly.

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14
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True or False: The femoral canal is a common site for surgical procedures.

A

False. The femoral canal is not commonly accessed surgically.

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15
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What type of imaging is often used to assess femoral canal issues?

A

Ultrasound or MRI can be used to assess femoral canal issues.

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16
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Fill in the blank: The femoral canal communicates with the __________ space.

A

abdominal

17
Q

Multiple Choice: Which demographic is more prone to femoral hernias? A) Males B) Females C) Children D) The elderly

A

B) Females

18
Q

What can happen if the femoral canal becomes obstructed?

A

Obstruction of the femoral canal can lead to a femoral hernia.

19
Q

Fill in the blank: The femoral canal is situated __________ to the femoral artery.

A

medial

20
Q

What is the relationship between the femoral canal and the lymphatic system?

A

The femoral canal contains lymphatic vessels that drain lymph from the lower limb.

21
Q

Multiple Choice: What tissue primarily occupies the femoral canal? A) Muscle B) Adipose C) Connective D) Epithelial

A

B) Adipose

22
Q

How can a femoral hernia be clinically diagnosed?

A

A femoral hernia can be diagnosed through physical examination and imaging studies.