Pelvis and Perineum Flashcards
Anterior Boundary of Perineum?
Pubic Symphysis
Posterior Boundary of Perineum?
Coccyx Tip
Lateral Boundary of Perineum?
Inferior Pubic Rami and Ischial Rami
Roof Boundary of Perineum?
Pelvic Floor
Base of Perineum?
Skin and Fascia
Which bony prominences separate each of the triangles of Perineum?
Ischial Tuberosities
A thin sheet of deep fascia stretches between right and left sides of the pubic arch, below the pubic symphysis.
What is the name given to this fascia?
Perineal Membran
External Anal Sphincter Action and Innervation
Relaxes from Tonic Contraction
Pudendal Nerve S2-4
Superficial Transverse Perineal Action and Innervation
Fixation and Stablisation of perineal Body
Pudendal Nerve S2-4
Deep transverse perineal action and innervation
Fixation and stablisation of perineal body. Expulsion of semen and urine.
Pudendal Nerve
External Urethral Sphincter Action and Innervation
Compress urethra to maintain urinary continence
Pudendal Nerve
Bulbospongiosus Male Action and Innervation
Compresses Penis Bulb and Contributes to Erection, Orgasm Contractions and Ejaculation
Pudendal Nerve
Bulbospongiosus Female Action and Innervation
Compresses Vestibular Bulb and Constricts Vaginal Orifice
Pudendal Nerve
Ischiocavernosus Male Action and Innervation
Stabilise erection by compressing corpus cavernosum
Pudendal Nerve
Ischiocavernosus (Female) Action and Innervation
Tense Vagina during Orgasm
Pudendal Nerve
There are 2 layers of fascia important as additional support for the pelvic organs within the perineum. What are they?
Presacral and Superior Fascia making up Pelvic Diaphragm.
Levator Ani and Coccygeus
Which structures pierce through the pelvic diaphragm?
Rectum
Urethra
Vagina
The urethra is longer in?
Males
What are the 3 parts of the male urethra?
Prostatic
Membranous
Spongy
Widest part of male urethra?
Prostatic
Narrowest part of male urethra?
Membranous