S10 L2 Quiz

Question 1

1. The anterior boundary of the lesser sac is partially formed by the?
2. The greater sac is divided into the supracolic and infracolic compartments. What structures form the physical divide between these compartments?
3. The paracolic gutters are channels within the peritoneal cavity that connect the supracolic and infracolic compartments. Where do they lie?
4. Below the arcuate line (which lies between the umbilicus and the pubic bones in a horizontal plane), the posterior surface of the rectus abdominus muscles are in contact with which structure?

Answer 1

1. Posterior surface of the stomach
2. Transverse mesocolon (the mesentery of the transverse coon)
3. Lateral to the ascending and descending colon
4. Transversalis fascia

Question 2

5. Which branch of the coeliac trunk gives rise to the left gastroepiploic artery (also called the gastro-omental artery)?
6. The hepatic portal vein usually originates behind which part of the pancreas?
7. What type of hernia might be precipitated by a weakened conjoint tendon?
8. Name and locate the lobes of the liver

Answer 2

5. Splenic artery
6. Neck
7. Direct inguinal hernia
8. See pic

Question 3

9. Which structure lies in the free edge of the lesser omentum?
10. Portal hypertension is when the blood pressure in the portal venous system rises. Which of the following veins, if narrowed, could produce a rise in blood pressure throughout the portal venous system?
11. What is an anatomical feature for an indirect inguinal hernia?
12. a) Which hernias are most common in females?
    b) Which are most common in infants?

Answer 3

9. Hepatic artery
10. Hepatic vein
11. Passes through the deep inguinal ring
12. a) Femoral hernia is more common in females compared to males
    b) Umbilical hernia’s are common in infants