Perineum Flashcards
The Anterior Boundary of Perineum?
Pubic Symphysis
The Posterior Boundary of Perineum?
Coccyx Tip
The Lateral Boundary of Perineum?
Inferior Pubic Rami and Ischial Rami
The Roof Boundary of Perineum?
Pelvic Floor
The Base Boundary of Perineum?
Skin and Fascia
What bony prominences separate each of the triangles?
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 Membrane
Perineum Innervation
Pudental Nerve S2-4
External Anal Sphincter Action and Innervation
Relaxes from Tonic Contraction
Pudental Nerve S2-4
Superficial Transverse Perineal Action and Innervation
Fixation and Stablisation of perineal Body
Pudental Nerve S2-4
Deep Transverse Perineal Action and Innervation
Fixation and stablisation of perineal body. Expulsion of semen and urine.
Pudental Nerve S2-4
External Urethral Sphincter Action and Innervation
Compress urethra to maintain urinary continence
Pudental Nerve S2-4
Bulbospongiosus (Male) Action and Innervation
Compresses Penis Bulb and Contributes to Erection, Orgasm Contractions and Ejaculation
Pudental Nerve S2-4
Bulbospongiosus (Female) Action and Innervation
Compresses Vestibular Bulb and Constricts Vaginal Orifice
Pudental Nerve S2-4
Ischiocavernosus Male Action and Innervation
Stabilise erection by compressing corpus cavernosum
Pudental Nerve S2-4