Full 2L QBank
Anatomy Abdomen & Pelvis c0af2e0a

Which of the following forms the posterior wall of kidney?

A
Latissimus dorsi
B
Quadratus lumborum
C
Transverse abdominis
D
External Oblique
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. B Quadrotus lumborumRef: BDC, 6th ed. vol. II pg. 313-314* The kidneys are reddish brown and measure approximately 10 cm in length, 5 cm in width, and 2.5 cm in thickness.* Superiorly: The kidneys are associated with the diaphragm, which separates them from the pleural cavities and the 12th pair of ribs.* Posterior surfaces of the kidney are related to the quadratus lumborum muscle. The subcostal nerve and vessels and the iliohypogastric and ilioinguinal nerves descend diagonally across the posterior surfaces of the kidneys.* Anterior surface The kidneys are associated with liver, duodenum, ascending colon and supra renal glands.* The right kidney is separated from the liver by the hepatorenal recess. The left kidney is related to the stomach, spleen, pancreas, jejunum, and descending colon

Related Anatomy MCQs

Practice 2,00,000+ NEET PG Questions Free

Timed mock tests, mistake queue analytics, audio lectures & zero attempt limits on i❤️Exams.

Start Free Mock Test Now