Physiology and anatomy of pelvic floor Flashcards
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What is the pelvic floor?
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2
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Describe the pelvic floor
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3
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What are the muscle layers of the pelvic floor?
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4
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What are the functions of the pelvic floor?
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5
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What are the functions of the internal and external anal sphincter muscles?
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6
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Describe the 4 categories of 3rd and 4th degree tears
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7
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Which ligaments support the pelvic floor and anorectum?
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8
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What is the blood supply to the perineal muscles?
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9
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Which nerves supply the pelvic floor and surrounding structures?How may these become damaged during labour?
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10
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Which muscles constitute the perineal body?
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11
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What is the function of the perineal body? Why is this area so important in practice?
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