Pelvic anatomy Flashcards
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2
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What separates the greater sciatic notch from the lesser sciatic notch?
A
The ischial spine
3
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What structures make up the perimeter of the pelvic inlet?
A
Pubic symphysis, pubic ramus, pectineal line, arcuate line, the margin of ala and promontory
4
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What angle is the greater sciatic notch in males?
A
Narrow inverted āVā
5
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What angle is the greater sciatic notch in females?
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Almost 90 degrees
6
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What are the 2 main components of levator ani?
A
Iliococcygeus and pubococcygeus
7
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What are the 2 main components of pubococcygeus?
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Puborectalis and pubovaginalis/puboprostaticus
8
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Piriformis
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Obturator internus
10
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Pubococcygeus
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Iliococcygeus
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Pubococcygeus
13
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Piriformis
14
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Inguinal ligament
15
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Iliococcygeus
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Iliococcygeus
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Pubococcygeus
18
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Puborectalis
