pelvis osteology Flashcards
1
Q
what are the 3 sections of the pelvis
A
ilium, pubis, ischium
2
Q
where is the iliac crest
A
superior part of pelvis
3
Q
where is the anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS)
A
runs anteriorly and inferiorly to the iliac crest
4
Q
where is the posterior superior iliac spine (PSIS)
A
run posteriorly and inferiorly to the iliac spine
5
Q
where is the greater sciatic notch
A
the big gap on the posterior side of the pelvis
6
Q
where is the lesser sciatic notch
A
the gap below the greater sciatic notch
7
Q
where is the ischial spine
A
runs inferior to the PIIS
8
Q
where is the ischial tuberosity
A
most inferior part of the pelvis on the posterior side
9
Q
where is the pubic crest/tubercle
A
most inferior part on the anterior side
10
Q
where is the coccyx
A
most inferior part of the spine, attaches to the sacrum
