Inguinal

Inguinal (In-gwe-nal)

Inguinal refers to the region of the body that lies at the lower portion of the anterior abdominal wall, with the thigh region as its boundary. It is most commonly used in the context of the Inguinal Canal, a passage in the anterior abdominal wall which in men conveys the spermatic cord and in women the round ligament of the uterus.

Etymology

The term "Inguinal" is derived from the Latin word "Inguen" which means "groin".

Related Terms

• Inguinal Canal: A passage in the anterior abdominal wall which in men conveys the spermatic cord and in women the round ligament of the uterus.
• Inguinal Hernia: A condition in which tissue, such as part of the intestine, protrudes through a weak spot in the abdominal muscles. The resulting bulge can be painful, especially when you cough, bend over or lift a heavy object.
• Inguinal Ligament: A band running from the pubic tubercle to the anterior superior iliac spine. It forms the base of the inguinal canal through which an indirect inguinal hernia may develop.
• Inguinal Orchiectomy: A surgical procedure to remove one or both testicles through an incision in the groin (inguinal area).
• Inguinal Region: The area of the frontal abdominal wall that is located below the umbilical region and between the two iliac regions.

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Inguinal
• Wikipedia's article - Inguinal

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