MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -The abdominopelvic cavity can be subdivided into four quadrants and nine regions. The quadrants represent locations; they are formed by a vertical imaginary line drawn through the linea alba from the xiphoid process of the sternum to the pubic symphysis and a horizontal line passing through the umbilicus.

Detailed explanation-2: -These planes divide the abdomen into nine regions; right and left hypochondriac regions, epigastric region, umbilical region, right and left lateral regions of abdomen, hypogastric region, and right and left inguinal regions.

Detailed explanation-3: -The abdomen can be divided into nine anatomical regions and four quadrants. These classifications are useful to clinicians during an abdominal exam because they can help with differential diagnoses and communication between healthcare providers.