Sutures and Wound Repair/ General Surgery (ABSA) Practice Test

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Enhance your knowledge in General Surgery with our Sutures and Wound Repair test. Tackle multiple-choice questions with detailed explanations to ensure readiness for your exam!

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Which statement regarding the spleen is inaccurate?

Fibrous attachment to diaphragm, kidney, and stomach
Hilum contains major veins and arteries
Splenic artery is a branch of the celiac axis
Splenic vein drains into the inferior vena cava

The correct answer is: Splenic vein drains into the inferior vena cava

The statement that the splenic vein drains into the inferior vena cava is inaccurate because the splenic vein actually drains into the portal vein rather than the inferior vena cava. This is an important distinction in understanding the venous drainage of the spleen, as the portal vein carries blood from the gastrointestinal tract and spleen to the liver for filtration and metabolism. The other statements about the spleen are accurate. The fibrous attachments of the spleen to the diaphragm, kidney, and stomach are essential for stabilizing its position within the abdominal cavity. The hilum of the spleen does indeed contain major veins and arteries, which are crucial for its blood supply and drainage. Lastly, the splenic artery, being a branch of the celiac axis, is responsible for providing oxygenated blood to the spleen. Understanding these anatomical relationships is vital for surgical procedures involving the spleen, as well as for diagnosing conditions affecting the organ.