Inguinal lymph nodes
Inguinal lymph nodes are lymph nodes in the groin. They are situated in the femoral triangle of the inguinal region. They are subdivided into two groups: the superficial inguinal lymph nodes and deep inguinal lymph nodes.
| Inguinal lymph nodes | |
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The lymph glands and lymphatic vessels of the lower extremity in males. | |
| Details | |
| System | Lymphatic system |
| Drains from | most of perineal region |
| Drains to | abdominal region of lymph nodes |
| Identifiers | |
| Latin | nodi lymphoidei inguinales superficiales |
| TA98 | A13.3.05.002 |
| FMA | 44226 |
| Anatomical terminology | |
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