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Inguinal Canal (Noun)

Meaning

Oblique passage through the lower abdominal wall; in males it is the passage through which the testes descend into the scrotum and it contains the spermatic cord; in females it transmits the round ligament of the uterus.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Examples

  • The inguinal canal is a significant structure in the lower abdominal wall that plays a crucial role in the male reproductive system.
  • In males, the inguinal canal provides a passage for the testes to descend from the abdominal cavity into the scrotum during fetal development.
  • The inguinal canal contains the spermatic cord, a vital cord that provides blood supply to the testes and epididymis in males.
  • During female fetal development, the inguinal canal transmits the round ligament of the uterus, connecting it to the labia majora.
  • The inguinal canal's unique structure and location make it susceptible to various medical conditions, including inguinal hernias.

Synonyms

  • Canalis Inguinalis

Hypernyms

  • Epithelial Duct
  • Canal
  • Channel
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