A patient complains of acute pain attacks in the right lumbar region. During examination a nephrolithic obturation of the right ureter in the region between its abdominal and pelvic segments has been detected. What anatomical boundary exists between those two segments?

Answer options

1. Linea terminalis
2. Linea semilunaris
3. Linea transversa
4. Linea inguinalis
5. Linea arcuata

Explanation

The lineal terminalis or innominate line consists of the pectineal line, the arcuate line, the pubic crest, the sacral ala, and the sacral promontory. It is the pelvic brim, which is the edge of the pelvic inlet.