Pelvic Fascia Flashcards
1
Q
Parietalis layer
A
Lines whole cavity
2
Q
Parietal layer: behind
A
Covers piriformis
3
Q
Parietal layer: below
A
Covers Levator and coccygeus
4
Q
Parietal layer: lateral
A
- Covers obturator internus (obturator or Alcock’s fascia)
- Thickened at level of line extending from pubis back to ischial spine (white line), giving origin to levator ani
- Below that line, fascia splits forming pudendal canal
5
Q
Visceral layer
A
- Forms coverings of pelvic viscera with their vessels and nerves
- Endopelvic fascia
