Test on the anatomy of male abdominal and pelvic organs

1. Which surface of the prostate is adjacent to the ampulla of the rectum?

• Anterior

  The posterior surface of the prostate is adjacent to the ampulla of the rectum, separated from it by the rectovesical septum (Denonvilliers' fascia).

• Posterior

  The posterior surface of the prostate is adjacent to the ampulla of the rectum, separated from it by the rectovesical septum (Denonvilliers' fascia).

• Inferolateral

  The posterior surface of the prostate is adjacent to the ampulla of the rectum, separated from it by the rectovesical septum (Denonvilliers' fascia).

• Superior (Base)

  The posterior surface of the prostate is adjacent to the ampulla of the rectum, separated from it by the rectovesical septum (Denonvilliers' fascia).

• I find it difficult to answer

  The posterior surface of the prostate is adjacent to the ampulla of the rectum, separated from it by the rectovesical septum (Denonvilliers' fascia).

2. Which ducts fuse to form the ejaculatory duct (ductus ejaculatorius)?

• Efferent ducts and duct of the epididymis

  The ejaculatory duct is formed by the fusion of the ampulla of the ductus deferens and the excretory duct of the seminal vesicle.

• Duct of the epididymis and ductus deferens

  The ejaculatory duct is formed by the fusion of the ampulla of the ductus deferens and the excretory duct of the seminal vesicle.

• Ductus deferens and excretory duct of the seminal vesicle

  The ejaculatory duct is formed by the fusion of the ampulla of the ductus deferens and the excretory duct of the seminal vesicle.

• Excretory duct of the seminal vesicle and urethra

  The ejaculatory duct is formed by the fusion of the ampulla of the ductus deferens and the excretory duct of the seminal vesicle.

• I find it difficult to answer

  The ejaculatory duct is formed by the fusion of the ampulla of the ductus deferens and the excretory duct of the seminal vesicle.

3. Which artery does the superior rectal artery originate from?

• Internal iliac artery

  The superior rectal artery is the terminal and largest branch of the inferior mesenteric artery, supplying the upper part of the rectum.

• Internal pudendal artery

  The superior rectal artery is the terminal and largest branch of the inferior mesenteric artery, supplying the upper part of the rectum.

• Superior mesenteric artery

  The superior rectal artery is the terminal and largest branch of the inferior mesenteric artery, supplying the upper part of the rectum.

• Inferior mesenteric artery

  The superior rectal artery is the terminal and largest branch of the inferior mesenteric artery, supplying the upper part of the rectum.

• I find it difficult to answer

  The superior rectal artery is the terminal and largest branch of the inferior mesenteric artery, supplying the upper part of the rectum.

4. Which part of the male urethra is the narrowest and least distensible?

• Membranous part

  The membranous part passes through the deep perineal muscle and is the narrowest and least distensible part of the male urethra.

• Prostatic part

  The membranous part passes through the deep perineal muscle and is the narrowest and least distensible part of the male urethra.

• Spongy part

  The membranous part passes through the deep perineal muscle and is the narrowest and least distensible part of the male urethra.

• Bulbous part

  The membranous part passes through the deep perineal muscle and is the narrowest and least distensible part of the male urethra.

• I find it difficult to answer

  The membranous part passes through the deep perineal muscle and is the narrowest and least distensible part of the male urethra.

5. Which anatomical structure forms the deep inguinal ring?

• Aponeurosis of the external oblique muscle of the abdomen

  The deep inguinal ring is a funnel-shaped depression in the transverse fascia of the abdomen, where the spermatic cord begins.

• Transverse fascia of the abdomen

  The deep inguinal ring is a funnel-shaped depression in the transverse fascia of the abdomen, where the spermatic cord begins.

• Inguinal ligament

  The deep inguinal ring is a funnel-shaped depression in the transverse fascia of the abdomen, where the spermatic cord begins.

• Lacunar ligament.

  The deep inguinal ring is a funnel-shaped depression in the transverse fascia of the abdomen, where the spermatic cord begins.

• I find it difficult to answer

  The deep inguinal ring is a funnel-shaped depression in the transverse fascia of the abdomen, where the spermatic cord begins.

6. Which structure is directly adjacent to the anterior surface of the seminal vesicles in men?

• Rectum

  The anterior surface of the seminal vesicles is adjacent to the base of the urinary bladder, while the posterior is directed toward the ampulla of the rectum.

• Prostate gland

  The anterior surface of the seminal vesicles is adjacent to the base of the urinary bladder, while the posterior is directed toward the ampulla of the rectum.

• Urinary bladder

  The anterior surface of the seminal vesicles is adjacent to the base of the urinary bladder, while the posterior is directed toward the ampulla of the rectum.

• Pubic symphysis

  The anterior surface of the seminal vesicles is adjacent to the base of the urinary bladder, while the posterior is directed toward the ampulla of the rectum.

• I find it difficult to answer

  The anterior surface of the seminal vesicles is adjacent to the base of the urinary bladder, while the posterior is directed toward the ampulla of the rectum.

7. Which nerve innervates the muscle lifting the testis (m. cremaster)?

• Genitofemoral nerve

  The muscle lifting the testis is innervated by the genital branch of the genitofemoral nerve (r. genitalis n. genitofemoralis).

• Ilioinguinal nerve

  The muscle lifting the testis is innervated by the genital branch of the genitofemoral nerve (r. genitalis n. genitofemoralis).

• Obturator nerve

  The muscle lifting the testis is innervated by the genital branch of the genitofemoral nerve (r. genitalis n. genitofemoralis).

• Pudendal nerve

  The muscle lifting the testis is innervated by the genital branch of the genitofemoral nerve (r. genitalis n. genitofemoralis).

• I find it difficult to answer

  The muscle lifting the testis is innervated by the genital branch of the genitofemoral nerve (r. genitalis n. genitofemoralis).

8. Which sheath of the testis is a derivative of the superficial fascia of the abdomen?

• Internal spermatic fascia

  The dartos fascia lies beneath the skin of the scrotum and is a continuation of the superficial (subcutaneous) fascia of the abdomen and perineum.

• External spermatic fascia

  The dartos fascia lies beneath the skin of the scrotum and is a continuation of the superficial (subcutaneous) fascia of the abdomen and perineum.

• Tunica vaginalis testis

  The dartos fascia lies beneath the skin of the scrotum and is a continuation of the superficial (subcutaneous) fascia of the abdomen and perineum.

• Dartos fascia (tunica dartos)

  The dartos fascia lies beneath the skin of the scrotum and is a continuation of the superficial (subcutaneous) fascia of the abdomen and perineum.

• I find it difficult to answer

  The dartos fascia lies beneath the skin of the scrotum and is a continuation of the superficial (subcutaneous) fascia of the abdomen and perineum.

9. What anatomical structure is adjacent to the anterior surface of the urinary bladder?

• Seminal vesicles

  The anterior surface of the urinary bladder is directed towards the pubic symphysis, separated from it by the Retzius space.

• Pubic symphysis

  The anterior surface of the urinary bladder is directed towards the pubic symphysis, separated from it by the Retzius space.

• Rectum

  The anterior surface of the urinary bladder is directed towards the pubic symphysis, separated from it by the Retzius space.

• Prostate gland

  The anterior surface of the urinary bladder is directed towards the pubic symphysis, separated from it by the Retzius space.

• I find it difficult to answer

  The anterior surface of the urinary bladder is directed towards the pubic symphysis, separated from it by the Retzius space.

10. Which arteries run longitudinally inside the corpora cavernosa of the penis?

• Dorsal arteries of the penis

  Deep arteries of the penis (aa. profundae penis), as branches of the internal pudendal artery, run in the center of the corpora cavernosa.

• Arteries of the bulb of the penis

  Deep arteries of the penis (aa. profundae penis), as branches of the internal pudendal artery, run in the center of the corpora cavernosa.

• Deep arteries of the penis

  Deep arteries of the penis (aa. profundae penis), as branches of the internal pudendal artery, run in the center of the corpora cavernosa.

• External pudendal arteries

  Deep arteries of the penis (aa. profundae penis), as branches of the internal pudendal artery, run in the center of the corpora cavernosa.

• I find it difficult to answer

  Deep arteries of the penis (aa. profundae penis), as branches of the internal pudendal artery, run in the center of the corpora cavernosa.

11. Where is the rete testis located topographically?

• In the convoluted seminiferous tubules

  Straight seminiferous tubules enter the mediastinum testis (mediastinum testis), where they anastomose, forming the rete testis.

• In the epididymis

  Straight seminiferous tubules enter the mediastinum testis (mediastinum testis), where they anastomose, forming the rete testis.

• In the tunica albuginea

  Straight seminiferous tubules enter the mediastinum testis (mediastinum testis), where they anastomose, forming the rete testis.

• In the mediastinum testis

  Straight seminiferous tubules enter the mediastinum testis (mediastinum testis), where they anastomose, forming the rete testis.

• I find it difficult to answer

  Straight seminiferous tubules enter the mediastinum testis (mediastinum testis), where they anastomose, forming the rete testis.

12. Into which part of the urethra do the ducts of the bulbourethral (Cowper's) glands open?

• Into the spongy part

  The ducts of the bulbourethral glands penetrate the bulb of the penis and open into the initial part of the spongy urethra.

• Into the prostatic part

  The ducts of the bulbourethral glands penetrate the bulb of the penis and open into the initial part of the spongy urethra.

• Into the membranous part

  The ducts of the bulbourethral glands penetrate the bulb of the penis and open into the initial part of the spongy urethra.

• Into the neck of the urinary bladder

  The ducts of the bulbourethral glands penetrate the bulb of the penis and open into the initial part of the spongy urethra.

• I find it difficult to answer

  The ducts of the bulbourethral glands penetrate the bulb of the penis and open into the initial part of the spongy urethra.

13. Which part of the ductus deferens is located directly in the inguinal canal?

• Testicular part

  The ductus deferens is divided topographically into testicular, cord, inguinal (located in the inguinal canal), and pelvic parts.

• Cord part

  The ductus deferens is divided topographically into testicular, cord, inguinal (located in the inguinal canal), and pelvic parts.

• Inguinal part

  The ductus deferens is divided topographically into testicular, cord, inguinal (located in the inguinal canal), and pelvic parts.

• Pelvic part

  The ductus deferens is divided topographically into testicular, cord, inguinal (located in the inguinal canal), and pelvic parts.

• I find it difficult to answer

  The ductus deferens is divided topographically into testicular, cord, inguinal (located in the inguinal canal), and pelvic parts.

14. From which major blood vessel does the testicular artery (a. testicularis) originate?

• Internal iliac artery

  The testicular artery is a paired visceral branch of the abdominal part of the aorta and arises at the level of the second lumbar vertebra.

• Abdominal part of the aorta

  The testicular artery is a paired visceral branch of the abdominal part of the aorta and arises at the level of the second lumbar vertebra.

• Renal artery

  The testicular artery is a paired visceral branch of the abdominal part of the aorta and arises at the level of the second lumbar vertebra.

• External iliac artery

  The testicular artery is a paired visceral branch of the abdominal part of the aorta and arises at the level of the second lumbar vertebra.

• I find it difficult to answer

  The testicular artery is a paired visceral branch of the abdominal part of the aorta and arises at the level of the second lumbar vertebra.

15. What recess does the peritoneum form when transitioning from the urinary bladder to the rectum in men?

• Rectovesical pouch

  In males, the pelvic peritoneum, transitioning from the posterior wall of the urinary bladder to the anterior wall of the rectum, forms the rectovesical pouch.

• Vesicouterine pouch

  In males, the pelvic peritoneum, transitioning from the posterior wall of the urinary bladder to the anterior wall of the rectum, forms the rectovesical pouch.

• Recto-uterine pouch

  In males, the pelvic peritoneum, transitioning from the posterior wall of the urinary bladder to the anterior wall of the rectum, forms the rectovesical pouch.

• Retro-pubic space

  In males, the pelvic peritoneum, transitioning from the posterior wall of the urinary bladder to the anterior wall of the rectum, forms the rectovesical pouch.

• I find it difficult to answer

  In males, the pelvic peritoneum, transitioning from the posterior wall of the urinary bladder to the anterior wall of the rectum, forms the rectovesical pouch.

16. Into which venous vessel does the left testicular vein (v. testicularis sinistra) drain?

• Inferior vena cava

  Pampiniform plexus continues into the testicular vein. The right drains into the inferior vena cava, and the left drains into the left renal vein at a right angle.

• Internal iliac vein

  Pampiniform plexus continues into the testicular vein. The right drains into the inferior vena cava, and the left drains into the left renal vein at a right angle.

• Hepatic portal vein

  Pampiniform plexus continues into the testicular vein. The right drains into the inferior vena cava, and the left drains into the left renal vein at a right angle.

• Left hepatic vein

  Pampiniform plexus continues into the testicular vein. The right drains into the inferior vena cava, and the left drains into the left renal vein at a right angle.

• I find it difficult to answer

  Pampiniform plexus continues into the testicular vein. The right drains into the inferior vena cava, and the left drains into the left renal vein at a right angle.

17. Which of the listed structures directly continues into the ductus deferens?

• Rete testis

  The duct of the epididymis (ductus epididymis) at the tail region curves sharply and continues directly into the ductus deferens.

• Duct of epididymis

  The duct of the epididymis (ductus epididymis) at the tail region curves sharply and continues directly into the ductus deferens.

• Efferent ductules of the testis

  The duct of the epididymis (ductus epididymis) at the tail region curves sharply and continues directly into the ductus deferens.

• Ejaculatory duct

  The duct of the epididymis (ductus epididymis) at the tail region curves sharply and continues directly into the ductus deferens.

• I find it difficult to answer

  The duct of the epididymis (ductus epididymis) at the tail region curves sharply and continues directly into the ductus deferens.

18. Which of the indicated structures is NOT part of the spermatic cord?

• Ductus deferens

  The excretory duct of the seminal vesicle is located in the pelvic cavity behind the urinary bladder and is not part of the spermatic cord.

• Testicular artery

  The excretory duct of the seminal vesicle is located in the pelvic cavity behind the urinary bladder and is not part of the spermatic cord.

• Excretory duct of the seminal vesicle

  The excretory duct of the seminal vesicle is located in the pelvic cavity behind the urinary bladder and is not part of the spermatic cord.

• Pampiniform venous plexus

  The excretory duct of the seminal vesicle is located in the pelvic cavity behind the urinary bladder and is not part of the spermatic cord.

• I find it difficult to answer

  The excretory duct of the seminal vesicle is located in the pelvic cavity behind the urinary bladder and is not part of the spermatic cord.

19. What bounds the middle lobe (isthmus) of the prostate?

• By the urethra posteriorly and symphysis anteriorly

  The middle lobe (isthmus prostatae) is wedge-shaped between the urethra anteriorly and ejaculatory ducts posteriorly.

• By the rectum posteriorly and urethra anteriorly

  The middle lobe (isthmus prostatae) is wedge-shaped between the urethra anteriorly and ejaculatory ducts posteriorly.

• By the ductus deferens anteriorly

  The middle lobe (isthmus prostatae) is wedge-shaped between the urethra anteriorly and ejaculatory ducts posteriorly.

• By the urethra anteriorly and ejaculatory ducts posteriorly

  The middle lobe (isthmus prostatae) is wedge-shaped between the urethra anteriorly and ejaculatory ducts posteriorly.

• I find it difficult to answer

  The middle lobe (isthmus prostatae) is wedge-shaped between the urethra anteriorly and ejaculatory ducts posteriorly.

20. Which artery supplies blood to the base of the urinary bladder, seminal vesicles, and prostate gland?

• Inferior vesical artery

  The inferior vesical artery (a branch of the internal iliac artery) supplies branches to the base of the urinary bladder, prostate, and seminal vesicles.

• Superior vesical artery

  The inferior vesical artery (a branch of the internal iliac artery) supplies branches to the base of the urinary bladder, prostate, and seminal vesicles.

• Obturator artery.

  The inferior vesical artery (a branch of the internal iliac artery) supplies branches to the base of the urinary bladder, prostate, and seminal vesicles.

• Internal pudendal artery

  The inferior vesical artery (a branch of the internal iliac artery) supplies branches to the base of the urinary bladder, prostate, and seminal vesicles.

• I find it difficult to answer

  The inferior vesical artery (a branch of the internal iliac artery) supplies branches to the base of the urinary bladder, prostate, and seminal vesicles.