Anatomy – MCQ 56 – Structures palpated in per rectal examination

In an adult male, on per rectal examination, the following structures can be felt anteriorly except:
A. Internal iliac lymph nodes
B. Bulb of the penis
C. Prostate
D. Seminal vesicle when enlarged

Correct answer : A. Internal iliac lymph nodes

Internal iliac lymph nodes can be palpated laterally when they are enlarged, not anteriorly.