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In an adult male, on per rectal examination, the following structures can be felt anteriorly except-

A
Internal iliac lymph nodes
B
Bulb of the penis
C
Prostate
D
Seminal vesicle when enlarged
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.

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