Pelvic region
Pelvic Region
The Pelvic Region (pronunciation: /ˈpɛlvɪk ˈriːdʒən/) is a complex area located in the lower part of the human body. It is the region between the abdomen and the thighs, and is part of the trunk.
Etymology
The term "pelvic" originates from the Latin word "pelvis," which means "basin." The term "region" comes from the Latin "regio," which means "area" or "place."
Anatomy
The pelvic region houses several important organs and structures. These include the pelvis, urinary bladder, rectum, and in women, the uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes. In men, it contains the prostate and seminal vesicles.
Related Terms
- Pelvis: The bony structure located at the base of the spine and connected to the thigh bones.
- Perineum: The area between the anus and the genitals.
- Pubic region: The area above the genitals, covered in pubic hair.
- Iliac crest: The top edge of the hip bone.
- Sacrum: The large, triangular bone at the base of the spine.
- Coccyx: The small, triangular bone at the very bottom of the spine, also known as the tailbone.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pelvic region
- Wikipedia's article - Pelvic region
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