Repro DR Quiz

Question 1

Which anatomical space does the spermatic cord travel through?

Answer 1

Inguinal canal
Due to descent of testes in utero guided by the gubernaculum.

Question 2

How can the external os the cervical be described?

Answer 2

Portion of the cervix that projects into the vagina- lined with stratified squamous epithelium

Question 3

What are the spinal nerve roots of the pudendal nerve?

Answer 3

S2-S4

Question 4

Describe the transitional zone of the prostate gland. What pathology is likely to effect this zone?

Answer 4

The zone that surrounds the urethra. Likely to be affected by benign prostatic hyperplasia in more elderly gentlemen. Leading to lower urinary tract symptoms.

Question 5

What are the connections of the suspensory ligament of the penis?

Answer 5

Connects the erectile bodies of the penis to the pubic symphysis

Question 6

Which ligament extends from the ovary to the fundus of the uterus?

Answer 6

Ovarian ligament

Question 7

Which structure does the left ovarian vein drain into?

Answer 7

Left renal vein (same pattern as gonadal drainage)

Question 8

Which muscle forms the middle layer of the spermatic cord?

Answer 8

Cremasteric (formed from the fibres of the internal oblique)

Question 9

Damage to which structure in childbirth is most likely to lead to prolapse of the vagina?

Answer 9

Perineal body

Question 10

Which part of the broad ligament surrounds the fallopian tubes?

Answer 10

Mesosalpinx

Broad ligament divided into 3 portions dependent on location and structure that it supports.
- mesosalpinx surrounds the fallopian tubes
- mesovarium surrounds the ovaries
- mesometrium supports the uterine body itself.