Anatomy In a female with an indirect inguinal hernia, the herniated mass lies along side of which structure as it traverses the inguinal canal? A Iliohypogastric nerve B Ovarian aery and vein C Pectineal ligament D Round ligament of the uterus 💡 Explanation In a female with an indirect inguinal hernia, the herniated mass lies along side of which structure as it traverses the inguinal canal? ✓ Correct Answer: D. Round ligament of the uterus