Ilium Flashcards
1
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Location
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The area of transition between the trunk and lower limbs.
2
Q
Structure
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Made up of 3 bones; ilium, ischium and pubis.
United by a Y shaped epiphysis at the acetabulum and fused by age 20-25
3
Q
Function
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Protects the pelvic organs.
Attachment site for lower limb muscles.
Transfers weight and force between the spine and femurs.
4
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Landmarks
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Ala of the ilium Body of the ilium (contributes to acetabulum) Iliac crest Iliac tubercle ASIS AIIS PSIS PIIS Iliac fossa Arcuate line Iliac tuberosity Auricular (articulate) surface Anterior gluteal line Posterior gluteal line Inferior gluteal line Greater sciatic notch Iliopubic eminence
