Abstract
Article: Sonographic Assessment of a Spigelian Hernia
Authors: Danielle J. Dowdy, BHS, RDMS, and Kelsy L. Fisher, MHS, RDMS, RVT, RDCS
Category: Abdomen [AB]
Credit: 0.5 SDMS CME Credit
Objectives: After studying the article entitled “Sonographic Assessment of a Spigelian Hernia,” you will be able to
Describe the location and anatomic landmarks of a spigelian hernia.
Describe the complications of a spigelian hernia.
Identify the sonographic features of a spigelian hernia.
Which muscle lies in the anterior lateral aspect of the abdomen and deep to the internal oblique muscle? Transverse abdominis Internal oblique Rectus abdominis External oblique
Spigelian hernias protrude through which structure? Linea alba Linea semilunaris Inguinal ring Spermatic cord
What is the most common cause of a spigelian hernia? Congenital defect Chronic coughing Prior abdominal surgery Heavy lifting
What is a common complication of spigelian hernias? Incarceration Increased flow Thinning of the sac Hyperperistalsis
Spigelian hernias occur most frequently in which group? Women of age 20-50 Men of age 20-50 Women of age 40-70 Men of age 40-70
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