Pelvic Floor and Perineum Flashcards by KSENEYA LOUISSE LAUREL | Brainscape

Q

Constricts urethra; erects penis

Erects clitoris

A

Bulbospongiosus

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Q

Compresses base of clitoris or penis

A

Ischiocavernosus

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Q

Elevates anus

A

Levator ani

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Q

Keeps orifice of anal canal closed

A

External anal spinchter

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Q

Supports pelvic floor

A

Deep transverse perineal

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Q

Fixes central tendon

A

Superficial transverse perineal

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