Anatomy
·Pelvis & Perineum
Bony Pelvis & Pelvic Walls
⭐ PREMIUM
The bony pelvis (two hip bones + sacrum + coccyx) transmits weight and protects the pelvic viscera. Greater vs lesser pelvis and sex differences are tested.
DIVISIONS
• Greater (false) pelvis: above the pelvic brim; part of the abdomen.
• Lesser (true) pelvis: between the pelvic inlet and outlet; holds the pelvic viscera.
• Pelvic brim/inlet: sacral promontory → arcuate line → pectineal line →…
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