Anatomy of Pelvic Floor
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What is the function of the levator ani muscle?

  • Aid in swallowing and speech production
  • Facilitate eye movement and vision control
  • Assist in breathing and lung expansion
  • Support pelvic organs and assist in controlling urinary and fecal continence (correct)
  • From where does the levator ani muscle arise?

  • Posterior surface of symphysis pubis and the ilium (correct)
  • Anterior surface of symphysis pubis and ischial spine
  • Anterior surface of sacrum and coccyx
  • Posterior surface of ilium and sacrum
  • Which nerve supplies the levator ani muscle?

  • Facial nerve
  • Vagus nerve
  • Branches from 3rd and 4th sacral nerve (correct)
  • Sciatic nerve
  • What is the role of pelvic cellular tissue?

    <p>Connects and fills spaces between the pelvic organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the pelvic peritoneum?

    <p>It is a membrane that covers the surface of pelvic organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Levator Ani Muscle

    • The levator ani muscle supports the pelvic floor and helps maintain continence.
    • The levator ani muscle arises from the pelvic bone, specifically the posterior surface of the pubis, the spine of the ischium, and the sacrum.

    Nerve Supply

    • The levator ani muscle is supplied by the sacral nerve roots S3 and S4.

    Pelvic Cellular Tissue

    • The role of pelvic cellular tissue is to provide a cushioning effect and facilitate the movement of organs within the pelvic cavity.

    Pelvic Peritoneum

    • The pelvic peritoneum is a serous membrane that lines the pelvic cavity and covers the pelvic organs, providing a friction-reducing surface and allowing for smooth movement of organs during different activities.

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    Test your knowledge of the anatomy of the pelvic floor with this quiz. Learn about the soft tissue structures and components that make up the pelvic floor.

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