Inguinal fold

The inguinal fold (plica inguinalis) is a fold of skin that is located between the pubic bone and the femur. It plays an important role in the formation of the inguinal canal, through which the bladder and spermatic cords pass in men.

The inguinal fold has the shape of a triangle, the base of which is directed downward and the apex is directed upward. At the top of the fold is the inguinal canal, through which the spermatic cord passes in men and the round ligament of the uterus in women. In the area of ​​the inguinal fold there are also lymph nodes that protect the body from infections.

In some people, the groin fold can be very large and interfere with movement. This can lead to various health problems such as groin pain, hernias and other diseases. Therefore, it is important to monitor the condition of the inguinal fold and, if necessary, consult a doctor.

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Inguinal fold (plica or sulcus inguinale)

The inguinal fold or inguinal groove is located in the subcutaneous fatty tissue on either side of the pubic symphysis - the connection of the pubic bones of the pelvis. An important fact is that the inguinal fold is also called “Lysenko’s fold” in honor of the Russian urologist, academician Nikolai Leonidovich Lysenko (1854 - 1937), who was the first to describe this anatomical formation. There is also an alternative name - pa