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Which ligament forms the boundaries of the greater and lesser sciatic foramina?
Which ligament forms the boundaries of the greater and lesser sciatic foramina?
What is the primary function of the obturator foramen?
What is the primary function of the obturator foramen?
Which structure is NOT typically found in the female pelvis?
Which structure is NOT typically found in the female pelvis?
What type of injury may result from pelvic fractures?
What type of injury may result from pelvic fractures?
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Which component is part of the bony pelvis?
Which component is part of the bony pelvis?
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Which muscle is primarily responsible for forming the pelvic floor?
Which muscle is primarily responsible for forming the pelvic floor?
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Which nerve is part of the sacral plexus and provides motor innervation to the pelvic region?
Which nerve is part of the sacral plexus and provides motor innervation to the pelvic region?
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What type of sensation is primarily carried by parasympathetic fibers in the pelvic region?
What type of sensation is primarily carried by parasympathetic fibers in the pelvic region?
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Which structure is located anteriorly in the pelvic peritoneum?
Which structure is located anteriorly in the pelvic peritoneum?
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Which of the following nerves are classified as autonomic nerves in the pelvis?
Which of the following nerves are classified as autonomic nerves in the pelvis?
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What is the primary function of the sympathetic nervous system in relation to the internal sphincter?
What is the primary function of the sympathetic nervous system in relation to the internal sphincter?
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Which of the following nerves are part of the somatic nerve supply to the pelvis?
Which of the following nerves are part of the somatic nerve supply to the pelvis?
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In terms of blood supply for the rectum, which factor is crucial for its drainage?
In terms of blood supply for the rectum, which factor is crucial for its drainage?
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What anatomical structure serves as a demarcation point between internal and external hemorrhoids?
What anatomical structure serves as a demarcation point between internal and external hemorrhoids?
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Which part of the male urethra is exclusively found in females?
Which part of the male urethra is exclusively found in females?
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Study Notes
Bony Pelvis
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Major Ligaments:
- Sacrotuberous & sacrospinous ligaments form greater and lesser sciatic foramina
- Sacroiliac ligaments
- Obturator foramen & membrane
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Major Bone Components:
- Ilium, ischium, pubic
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Sex Differences:
- Significant differences exist in shape and size of pelvic bone between males and females
Clinical Issues of Pelvis
- Tumors: Can arise in the pelvis, affecting surrounding structures
- Lymphatic Drainage: Pelvis plays a key role in lymphatic drainage from lower body
- Prostatic Hypertrophy: Common condition affecting men, causing urinary difficulty due to enlarged prostate
- Endometriosis: Condition affecting women, where uterine tissue grows outside the uterus, causing pain and infertility
- Hysterectomy: Surgical removal of the uterus, affecting female reproductive system
- Hemorrhoids: Swollen veins in the anus, causing discomfort and bleeding
Abdominopelvic Cavity
- The pelvis is a space within the pelvic girdle, connected to the abdominal and gluteal regions and the perineum
Pelvic Fractures
- Cause: Traumatic injuries affecting the pelvic girdle
- Consequences: Damage to pelvic soft tissues, blood vessels, nerves, and organs
Structures of the Male Pelvis
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Inside:
- Rectum
- Urinary bladder
- Prostate
- Seminal vesicles
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Entering:
- Internal iliac vessels
- Nerves
- Ureter
- Obturator nerve
- Vas deferens
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Leaving:
- Obturator nerve
- Nerves and vessels
Structures of the Female Pelvis
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Inside:
- Uterus
- Ovary
- Rectum
- Urinary bladder
- Uterine tubes (oviducts, Fallopian tubes)
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Entering:
- Ureter
- Ovarian vessels
- Internal iliac vessels
- Nerves
- Obturator nerve
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Leaving:
- Round ligament of uterus
- Obturator nerve
- Nerves and vessels
Pelvic Peritoneum
- Rectovesical pouch (Pouch of Douglas): Located between rectum and bladder in males, uterus and rectum in females
- Sympathetic Sensation: Below the line
- Parasympathetic Sensation: Above the line
Pelvic Musculature
- Lateral: Obturator internus
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Floor:
- Levator ani (with puborectal sling)
- Tendinous arch
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Posterior Wall:
- Coccygeus
- Piriformis
Pelvic Vasculature
- Posterior Division
- Internal Iliac Artery
- Anterior Division
Nerves of the Pelvis
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Autonomic:
- Sympathetic
- Parasympathetic
- Visceral Sensory (Afferents)
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Somatic:
- Motor
- Sensory
Sacral Plexus (Somatic)
- Superior gluteal nerve
- Lumbosacral trunk
- Inferior gluteal nerve
- Sciatic nerve
- Obturator nerve (from lumbar plexus)
- Pudendal nerve
Autonomic Nerve Supply to Pelvis
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Sympathetic:
- Superior hypogastric plexus
- Inferior hypogastric plexuses
- Pelvic plexus
- Sacral sympathetic chains
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Parasympathetic:
- Pelvic splanchnics
- Pelvic plexus
- Pelvic plexus: Contains both sympathetic and parasympathetic fibers
Rectum and Anal Canal
- Peritoneal Relationships: Differ between upper and lower rectum
- Relationships with Other Pelvic Structures: Closely associated with bladder and uterus/prostate
- Blood Supply and Drainage: Well-vascularized region
- Lymphatic Drainage: Important for lymphatic drainage from lower body
- Nerve Supply: Both autonomic and somatic innervation
- Functional Anatomy: Key role in defecation
Urinary Bladder
- Peritoneal Relationships: Lies posteriorly to peritoneum in males, anteriorly in females
- Detrusor Muscle: Smooth muscle responsible for bladder contraction
- Trigone: Triangular region at bladder base, important for urinary control
- Ureteric Openings and Valves: Entry points for ureters into bladder
- Internal Urethral Sphincter: Muscle controlling urine flow from bladder
- Capacity: Variable, but typically holds around 500 ml of urine
Urethra
- Prostatic: Part within the prostate gland in males
- Membranous: Short, membranous portion, common to both sexes
- Penile (Spongy Part): Located within the penis in males
Male Viscera
- Urinary Bladder: Stores and expels urine
- Prostate Gland: Small gland surrounding the urethra, producing fluid for semen
- Seminal Vesicles: Paired glands producing fluid contributing to semen
Prostate Gland
- Prostatic Urethra: Passes through prostate
- Colliculus Seminalis: Prominence within prostatic urethra
- Utricle: Small blind pouch in males, homologous to the vagina in females
- Ejaculatory Duct Openings: Openings for ejaculatory ducts
- Prostatic Ducts: Duct openings from prostate into prostatic urethra
- Prostatic Hyperplasia: Benign enlargement of prostate, common in aging men
- Prostatic Cancer and Lymphatic Drainage: Cancer can arise in prostate and spread via lymphatic system
Functional Innervation of the Pelvis
- Parasympathetic: Controls bladder and rectum contraction, promotes erection
- Sympathetic: Controls involuntary sphincters, responsible for sympathetic innervation of the bladder and rectum.
Functional Innervation for Ejaculation and Micturition
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Micturition:
- Parasympathetic: Contraction of detrusor muscle & internal urethral sphincter
- Sympathetic: Relaxation of internal urethral sphincter
- Sensory: Signals bladder fullness
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Ejaculation:
- Parasympathetic: Contraction of detrusor muscle
- Sympathetic: Relaxation of internal urethral sphincter, smooth muscle contraction of vas deferens and prostate
- Sensory: Signals ejaculation
- Pudendal Nerves: Motor control of bulbospongiosus muscle, which assists in penile erection and ejaculation
Hemorrhoids
- Pectinate Line: Line separating upper (internal) and lower (external) anus
- Hemorrhoids: Swollen veins in the anus, classified as internal or external based on location relative to pectinate line
Functional Anatomy Summary
- Pelvic floor muscles: Support pelvic organs, control urination and defecation
- Nerve supply: Control pelvic organ functions
- Blood supply: Provides oxygen and nutrients to pelvic organs
- Lymphatic drainage: Removes waste products from pelvic organs
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Test your knowledge on the anatomy of the pelvis with this comprehensive quiz. Explore important structures, functions, and nerve supplies related to the pelvic region. Perfect for students of anatomy or healthcare professionals.
