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Anatomy
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Medical
Graduate
01/31/2012

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Term

What ligament extends from the anterior superior iliac spine to the pubic tubercle and forms the lower lateral boundary of the abdominal wall?

Definition
inguinal ligament
Term

What does the "porta hepatis" of the liver transmit?

Definition

hepatic ducts

portal vein

hepatic arteries

Term
The small intestine receives most of its blood supply from branches of a single artery. Which one?
Definition
Superior Mesenteric
Term

This major branch of the celiac trunk travels in the splenorenal ligament.

Definition
Splenic Artery
Term

If a bullet travelling in a straight path from anterior to posterior hits the hepatic artery proper, which vessel is next in line to be injured?

Definition
portal vein (followed by the IVC)
Term

The nerve passing through the superficial inguinal ring is severed, resulting in decreased sensation in what area?

Definition
middle thigh skin (ilio-inguinal nerve, originating from lumbar plexus)
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