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processus vaginalis peritonei |
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processus vaginalis peritonei [prəses′əs] Etymology: L, processus, process, vagina, sheath; Gk, peri, around, teinein, to stretch a diverticulum of the peritoneal membrane that during embryonic development extends through the inguinal canal. In males it descends into the scrotum to form the processus vaginalis testis; in females it is usually completely obliterated. Also called Nuck's canal, Nuck's diverticulum. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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