Anatomy of urinary incontinence and prolapse Flashcards
1
Q
3 components of pelvic floor:
A
- Pelvic diaphragm
- Muscles of perineal pouches
- Perineal membrane
2
Q
Muscles of pelvic diaphragm?
A
- Levator ani
- Coccygeus
3
Q
What is the anterior gap between the medial borders of pelvic diaphragm called?
A
Urogenital hiatus
4
Q
Attachments of Levator ani?
A
Pubic bones, ischial spines and tendinous arch of levator ani
5
Q
3 parts of levator ani:
A
Puborectalis
Pubococcygeus
Iliococcygeus
6
Q
What is contained in the deep perineal pouch?
A
Urethra Bulbourethral glands Neurovasc bundles Extensions of ischioanal fat pad Muscles
