Inguinal region

Inguinal region is a part of the human body located in the lower portion of the anterior abdominal wall, with the thigh region below it and the hypogastric region above it. It is notable for the high incidence of hernia development, particularly in males.

Anatomy

The inguinal region contains several important anatomical structures. These include the inguinal ligament, the inguinal canal, and the inguinal hernia. The inguinal ligament runs from the anterior superior iliac spine to the pubic tubercle. The inguinal canal is a passage in the anterior abdominal wall which in men conveys the spermatic cord and in women the round ligament. The inguinal hernia is a type of hernia that develops in the inguinal region.

Inguinal Ligament

The inguinal ligament is a band running from the pubic tubercle to the anterior superior iliac spine. It forms the base of the inguinal canal through which an inguinal hernia may develop.

Inguinal Canal

The inguinal canal is an important feature of the inguinal region. In males, it conveys the spermatic cord. In females, it conveys the round ligament of the uterus. It is also the site where inguinal hernias occur.

Inguinal Hernia

An inguinal hernia is a protrusion of abdominal-cavity contents through the inguinal canal. They are very common and their repair is one of the most frequently performed surgical operations. They usually occur in men, but they can also occur in women.

See Also

• Abdomen
• Hernia
• Inguinal ligament
• Inguinal canal
• Inguinal hernia

References

Inguinal region Resources
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