Pelvis and Applied Anatomy of Gluteal Region Flashcards
1
Q
What are the functions of the pelvic girdle
A
- Site of attachment for appendicular skeleton (lower limb)
- Weight transmission
- Involved in balance and gait
- Protects and contains pelvic viscera
2
Q
What pelvic viscera are located in the pelvic cavity
A
- Distal ureters
- Bladder
- Rectum
- Prostate (in males)
- Uterus and ovaries (in females)
2
Q
What pelvic viscera are located in the pelvic cavity
A
- Distal ureters
- Bladder
- Rectum
- Prostate (in males)
- Uterus and ovaries (in females)
3
Q
What pelvic viscera are located in the pelvic cavity
A
- Distal ureters
- Bladder
- Rectum
- Prostate (in males)
- Uterus and ovaries (in females)
4
Q
What is the normal anatomical position of the pelvis
A
- Tilted forward so that both ASIS are in the same coronal plane as pubic symphysis
