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S1) The Man Flashcards

1
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Label the following structures in the male reproductive system:

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What are Sertoli cells?

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Sertoli cells are the somatic cells of the testis that are essential for testis formation and spermatogenesis

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3
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Where are Sertoli cells found?

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Found in the seminiferous tubule

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What are Leydig cells and what do they do?

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  • Leydig cells are interstitial cells of Leydig, are found adjacent to the seminiferous tubules in the testicle.
  • Produce testosterone in the presence of LH
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5
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In three steps, explain what happens during testicular torsion

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⇒ The spermatic cord twist upon itself

⇒ This occludes the blood supply (testicular artery)

⇒ Pressure builds up and necrosis of testis results

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6
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Can testicles swap sides?

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No, as a scrotal septum separates the two testicles

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Describe the process in which the testes push through the abdominal wall

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  • The testes evaginate the abdominal wall as they are pulled through by the gubernaculum
  • This forms the spermatic fascia (made of layers of abdominal muscle)
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8
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What are the three fascial layers in the spermatic cord?

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  • Internal fascia
  • Cremasteric fascia
  • External fascia
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9
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Identify the three arteries supplying the spermatic cord

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  • Testicular artery
  • Artery to vas
  • Cremasteric artery
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10
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Identify the three veins draining the spermatic cord

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  • Testicular vein
  • Vein to vas
  • Cremasteric vein
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11
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Identify the three nerves innervating the spermatic cord

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  • Ilioinguinal nerve
  • Nerve to cremaster (genital branch of genitofemoral nerve)
  • Sympathetic
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12
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What happens during a vasectomy?

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  • Vas deferens are sectioned
  • Sealed/tied to prevent sperm from entering into the urethra
  • Prevents fertilisation
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13
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What are the consequences to the sperm count after a vasectomy?

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Sperm count reduces

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14
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What are the consequences to the composition of the ejaculate after a vasectomy?

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  • No visible difference
  • Semen is made in accesory glands and sperm only composes 2-5%
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15
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Which nerve is responsible for the cremasteric reflex?

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Muscular reflex of genitofemoral nerve in males

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16
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What does the prostate do?

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  • Maintains urinary continence (surrounds urethra)
  • Creates an alkali secretion
  • Propels seminal fluid into urethra during ejaculation
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17
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Which zones in the prostate does cancer and BPH affect?

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- Benign prostatic hyperplasia affects transitional zone

  • Prostate cancers tend to be in peripheral zone
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18
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What are the functions of the penis?

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  • Expulsion of urine via urethra
  • Deposition of sperm in female genital tract
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19
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Describe the processes that guide erection

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  • Vasodilatation in penile arterioles, and compression of veins results in erection (parasympathetic)
  • Erection is terminated by vasoconstriction (sympathetic)
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20
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Which nervous system orchestrates ejaculation?

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Ejaculation is a complex process primarily orchestrated by the sympathetic system

21
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Which artery is the main blood supply to the penis?

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Pudendal artery

22
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On the following figure of the testis, identify:

  • Pampiniform plexus of veins
  • Testicular artery
  • Vas deferens
  • Epididymis
  • Seminiferous tubules
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23
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Where is the origin of the testicular arteries?

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Branch of abdominal aorta, inferior to renal arteries

24
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Describe the venous drainage of the right and left testis

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  • Right testis: inferior vena cava
  • Left testis: renal vein
25
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Discriminate between the lymphatic drainage of the scrotum and that of the testis

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  • Scrotum – drains into inguinal lymph nodes
  • Testes – drains into para-aortic lymph nodes
26
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What is the cremasteric reflex?

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  • The cremasteric reflex can be stimulated by stroking the superior and medial part of the thigh
  • Produces immediate contraction of the cremaster muscle, elevating the testis to the side that has been stimulated
27
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From which layers of the anterior abdominal wall are the fascial coverings of the spermatic cord derived?

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  • External oblique muscle
  • Internal oblique muscle
  • Transversus abdominis muscle
28
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On the diagram below, label:

  • The vas deferens
  • The spermatic cord
  • External spermatic fascia
  • Cremaster muscle
  • Cremasteric fascia
  • Internal spermatic fascia
  • Tunica vaginalis
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29
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What are the contents of the spermatic cord?

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  • Nerve to cremaster (genital branch of genitofemoral nerve)
  • Artery & vein to vas deferens
  • Pampiniform plexus of testicular veins
  • Sympathetic nerve
  • Cremasteric artery and vein
  • Ilioinguinal (on the outside, in superficial to external spermatic fascia)
  • Tunica vaginalis
  • Testicular artery & vein
  • Lymph vessels
  • Vas deferens

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30
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Which structures of the male reproductive system have smooth muscle that contract in peristaltic waves during emission?

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  • Seminal vesicles
  • Prostate
  • Vas deferens
31
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Identify the three accessory glands of the male reproductive system

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  • Seminal vesicles
  • Bulbourethral gland
  • Prostate gland
32
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Describe the contents of the seminal vesicle secretions as well as its overall contribution to the seminal fluid

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  • Secretions contain alkali, fructose, prostaglandins and clotting factors
  • Compose 70% of total semen volume
33
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Describe the contents of the bulbourethral gland secretions and its overall function

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  • Produces an alkali-rich mucous fluid
  • Neutralises residual acidity in male urethra
34
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Describe the contents of prostate gland secretions and its contribution to the overall volume of seminal fluid

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  • Secretions contain proteolytic enzymes
  • Contributes to 25% of seminal fluid
35
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What is the usual size of the prostate?

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  • Walnut
  • 2-4 cm
36
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Which part of the prostate gland is felt on rectal examination?

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Peripheral zone

37
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Enlargement of which part of the prostate causes urethral obstruction?

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Transitional zone

38
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Describe the venous drainage of the prostate gland

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  • Blood drains via prostatic venous plexus which drains into the internal iliac veins
  • This connects posteriorly to the vertebral venous plexus
39
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Which part of the urethra is least distensible?

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Membranous urethra

40
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Name the erectile tissue in the penis

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  • Corpora cavernosa
  • Corpus spongiosum
41
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Identify possible causes of scrotal swelling

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  • Orchitis
  • Infections
  • Hernia
  • Hydrocoele
42
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Generally, how can one discriminate between a hernia and a testicular swelling?

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Hernias change with position

43
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What is a hydrocoele?

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Hydrocoele is a collection of serous fluid in the tunica vaginalis

44
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What is a haematocoele?

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Haematocoele is a collection of blood in the tunica vaginalis

45
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How can one distinguish between a haematocoele and a hydrocoele?

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  • Transillumination (light is applied to testicular swelling)
  • Due to dense nature of blood, light is unable to pass through
46
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What is a varicocoele?

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Varicocoele is the gross dilation of veins draining the testes

47
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Why is the left testicle commonly affected in varicocoele?

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  • Left testicular vein drains into the left renal vein at a 90o​ angle
  • Renal vein is smaller than IVC and there is no valve, building up pressure
48
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What does a varicocoele look and feel like upon palpation?

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A bag of worms

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