Anatomy of Pelvis & Perineum Flashcards
1
Q
What is the pelivis?
A
region of the body surrounded by pelvic bones and inferior elements of the vertebral column
2
Q
Pelvis divides into 2 major regions?
A
False(greater) pelvis
True(lesser) pelvis
3
Q
What is the False (greater) pelvis?
A
superior region (part of the abdominal cavity)
4
Q
What is the True(lesser) pelvis?
A
inferior region 9encloses pelvic cavity