In a patient with a history of tuberculosis, an angular kyphosis of the lumbar vertebral column suddenly developed. On examination, a swelling was found in the groin, just below the right inguinal ligament. On deep palpation of the anterior abdominal wall above the right inguinal ligament, a further swelling could be felt. Digital pressure on the first swelling caused expansion of the second swelling and vice versa. What is the diagnosis? Explain the swelling in anatomical terms.

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The Answer of In a patient with a history of tuberculosis, an angular kyphosis of the lumbar vertebral column suddenly developed. On examination, a swelling was found in the groin, just below the right inguinal ligament. On deep palpation of the anterior abdominal wall above the right inguinal ligament, a further swelling could be felt. Digital pressure on the first swelling caused expansion of the second swelling and vice versa. What is the diagnosis? Explain the swelling in anatomical terms.

In a Patient with a History of Tuberculosis, an Angular