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The lecture Hernia: Introduction by Kevin Pei, MD is from the course General Surgery.
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Which of the following answer choices is TRUE about the anatomy of abdominal wall?
- The internal oblique aponeurosis separates above the arcuate ligament to contribute to both anterior and posterior rectal sheaths.
- The internal oblique aponeurosis separates below the arcuate ligament to contribute to both anterior and posterior rectal sheaths.
- The external oblique aponeurosis separates above the arcuate ligament to contribute to both anterior and posterior rectal sheaths.
- The abdominal wall is weaker above the arcuate ligament than below the arcuate ligament.
- The arcuate ligament can be located at the level of the anterior superior iliac spine.
Which statement about hernias is FALSE?
- All incarcerated hernias are strangulated.
- All strangulated hernias are incarcerated.
- An incarcerated hernia means a the hernia can not be reduced.
- A strangulated hernia means a the hernia has compromised blood supply.
- Strangulated and incarcerated hernias often need urgent surgical intervention.
Author of lecture Hernia: Introduction
Kevin Pei, MD
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Great
By Rodrigo C. on 08. January 2018 for Hernia: Introduction
Very clear and concise explanation. But, could have more questions.