MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

ABDOMINAL

ABDOMINAL STATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In which muscle do we find the semilunar line?
A
Transverse
B
External oblique
C
rectus abdominis
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The transversus abdominis (TrA) muscle is the deepest of the 6 abdominal muscles. It extends between the ribs and the pelvis, wrapping around the trunk from front to back. The fibers of this muscle run horizontally, similar to a back support belt.

Detailed explanation-2: -The linea semilunaris corresponds with the lateral border of the rectus abdominis muscle. It extends from the cartilage of the ninth rib to the pubic tubercle. It is formed by the aponeurosis of the internal oblique at its line of division to enclose the rectus.

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