The Bony Pelvis Flashcards

1
Q

What are the component parts of the superior pelvic aperture/pelvic inlet/pelvic brim?

A

Sacral promontory

Ala of the sacrum

Arcuate line of ileum

Pecten pubis

Pubic tubercle

Pubic crest

Pubic symphysis

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2
Q

What are the component parts of the inferior pelvic aperture/pelvic outlet?

A

Inferior margin of pubic symphysis

Inferior rami of pubis

Sacrotuberous ligaments

Tip of coccyx

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3
Q

How does the greater pelvis differ in females and males?

A

Females- shallow

Males- deep

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4
Q

How does the lesser pelvis differ in females and males?

A

Females- Wide and shallow

Males- Narrow and deep

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5
Q

How does the pelvic inlet differ in females and males?

A

Females- oval/rounded

Males- heart-shaped

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6
Q

How does the pelvic outlet differ in females and males?

A

Females- Larger

Males- Smaller

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7
Q

How does the subpubic angle differ in females and males?

A

Females- Obtuse

Males- Acute

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8
Q

How does the obturator foramen differ in females and males?

A

Females- Oval

Males- Round

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9
Q

How does the acetabulum differ in females and males?

A

Females- Small

Males- Large

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10
Q

What type of joint is the sacroiliac joint?

A

Anteriorly- synovial plane

Posteriorly- Syndesmosis

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11
Q

What type of joint is the pubic symphysis?

A

Secondary cartilaginous- symphysis

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