The anatomy of the abdomen consists of the digestive system and the renal system. The anterior and posterior abdominal wall is described in detail. The blood supply, nerves, lymphatic drainage of the abdomen is explained.
Table of content
- Surface landmarks and dermatomes - Male and female
- Anterior abdominal wall - Muscles, nerves and vessels
- Inguinal canal anatomy
- Posterior abdominal wall and diaphragm
- Stomach and spleen
- Duodenum and pancreas
- Jejunum and ileum
- Colon
- Liver - Surfaces, relations, segmental anatomy
- Extra hepatic biliary apparatus
- Kidneys, ureters and suprarenals
- Disposition of the peritoneum
- Abdominal aorta and branches
- IVC and tributaries
- Nerves of the abdomen, abdominal autonomics
- Lymphatic drainage of the abdomen