The anterior abdominal wall forms the anterior limit of the abdominal organs, located at the anterior aspect of the abdomen between the xiphoid process and the costal margin, and the inguinal ligament.
Functions
The purpose of the abdominal wall is protection, maintenance of and resistance to pressure.
In males, the bottom part of the anterior abdominal wall forms the cover for the spermatic cord and testicles.
Surface landmarks
- Linea alba — Between the xiphoid process to the pubic tubercle
- Linea nigra — In 1/3