In an adult male, on per rectal examination, the following structures can be felt anteriorly except-
High-Yield Explanation
The following structures can be palpated by the gloved index finger inserted into anal canal and rectum in the normal person:-
1. Anteriorly
i) In males
Opposite terminal phalanx:- Contents of the rectovesical pouch, posterior surface of bladder, seminal vesicle, and ductus deferens.
Opposite middle phalanx :- Rectoprostatic fascia and prostate.
Opposite proximal phalanx:- Perineal body, urogenital diaphragm, and bulb of the penis.
ii) In females
Opposite terminal phalanx:- Rectouterine pouch, vagina, and cervix.
Opposite middle phalanx :- Urogenital diaphragm and vagina.
Opposite proximal phalanx:- Perineal body, and lower part of the vagina.
2. Posteriorly
Sacrum, Coccyx, anococcygeal body and anorectal ring.
3. Laterally
Ischiorectal fossae and ischial spines.