1.(Anatomy) the large funnel-shaped structure at the lower end of the trunk of most vertebrates: in man it is formed by the hipbones and sacrum 2.(Anatomy) the bones that form this structure 3.(Anatomy) any anatomical cavity or structure shaped like a funnel or cup ...
The goal of a pelvic examination is to examine all the parts of the female reproductive anatomy. Whether to have a pelvic examination should be a shared decision between a woman and her doctor or other health care professional. (See also the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecolo...
bodily cavity,cavum,cavity- (anatomy) a natural hollow or sinus within the body Based on WordNet 3.0, Farlex clipart collection. © 2003-2012 Princeton University, Farlex Inc. Want to thank TFD for its existence?Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, or visitthe webmaster's...
A similar condensation of endopelvic fascia, termed the pubovesical or pubourethral ligament, occurs in the female. In most general descriptions of gross anatomy of the bladder wall, three muscular layers are noted: outer longitudinal, middle circular, and inner longitudinal. It is probable that...
which makes it an even more unique muscle. The iliococcygeus attaches to the arcus tendoneus linea alba, a fascial line that is also an attachment of the obturator internus. Additionally, the pubococcygeus and OI are fascially connected around the pubic bone, and the fascia around the bla...
Similar to the neuroanatomical structure of the male pelvis, female anatomy revealed the pelvic nerve traveling to the external urinary sphincter and the pudendal nerve traveling in a plane beneath the fascia of the levator ani muscle (Hollabaugh et al., 2000). Both nerves were observed to have...
The pelvic girdle skeleton in the giant anteater consists of the hip bone, formed by the ilium, pubis, and ischium bones; the thigh consists of the femur bone, and the leg consists of the tibia and fibula bones. In the knee joint region there is the patella, a relatively small sesamoid...
This shape is the most common female pelvis shape with a wide interspinous distance that is ideal for vaginal delivery. Android This pelvic anatomy is the most common masculine pelvis shape with a curved coccyx, prominent ischial spines, short AP diameter, and heart-shaped inlet. Overall...
1.1 Female pelvic anatomy The pelvic floor (PF) is composed of ligaments, muscles and connective tissue, providing support to the overlaying pelvic organs including the bladder, rectum and uterus. POP results from the weakening of these supports, causing descent of the pelvic organs from their ...
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