Inguinal canal

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005841",
  "term": "Inguinal canal",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A short, oblique passage through the lower anterior abdominal wall, present in both males and females. In males, it serves as the pathway for the spermatic cord to descend into the scrotum, while in females, it transmits the round ligament of the uterus. This anatomical structure is a common site for hernias due to its inherent weakness.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "uterus"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 769 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/inguinal-canal/"
}