Pelvic anatomy Flashcards
1
Q
What separates the greater sciatic notch from the lesser sciatic notch?
A
The ischial spine
2
Q
What structures make up the perimeter of the pelvic inlet?
A
Pubic symphysis, pubic ramus, pectineal line, arcuate line, the margin of ala and promontory
3
Q
What angle is the greater sciatic notch in males?
A
Narrow inverted āVā
4
Q
What angle is the greater sciatic notch in females?
A
Almost 90 degrees
5
Q
What are the 2 main components of levator ani?
A
Iliococcygeus and pubococcygeus
6
Q
What are the 2 main components of pubococcygeus?
A
Puborectalis and pubovaginalis/puboprostaticus
7
Q
A
Piriformis
8
Q
A
Obturator internus
9
Q
A
Pubococcygeus
10
Q
A
Iliococcygeus
11
Q
A
Pubococcygeus
12
Q
A
Piriformis
13
Q
A
Inguinal ligament
14
Q
A
Iliococcygeus
15
Q
A
Iliococcygeus
16
Q
A
Pubococcygeus
17
Q
A
Puborectalis
