Bony Pelvis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the alternative name for the inferior pelvic aperture?
A
Pelvic Outlet
2
Q
What structures/surfaces form the boundaries of the pelvic outlet?
A
- Inferior margin of pubic symphysis
- Sacrotuberous Ligament
- Tip of Cocyx
- Ischial tuberosity
- Ischiopubic Ramus
3
Q
What is the area below the pelvic brim commonly refered to as?
A
True pelvis
4
Q
What is the area above the pelvic rim commonly refered to as?
A
False pelvis
5
Q
What are the key differences between the male and female pelvis?
A
Female:
True and Fale Pelvis - Wide & Shallow
Pelvic Inlet - Oval & Rounded
Pelvic Outlet - Large
Obturator Foramen - Oval
Acetabulum - Small
Male:
True and False Pelvis - Narrow & Deep
Pelvic Inlet - Heart-shaped
Pelvic Outlet - Small
Obturator Foramen - Round
Acetabulum - Large
6
Q
What type of joint is the sacroiliac joint?
A
Synovial plane
7
Q
What type of joint is the pubic symphysis?
A
Secondary cartilaginous
