Pudendal cleft
Pudendal Cleft
The Pudendal Cleft (pronunciation: pyoo-den-al kleft), also known as the cleft of Venus or urogenital cleft, is a part of the human anatomy, specifically in the female genitalia.
Etymology
The term "Pudendal" is derived from the Latin word "pudenda", which means "parts to be ashamed of". The term "cleft" refers to a split or indentation between two parts.
Anatomy
The Pudendal Cleft is the space between the labia majora, which are the outermost folds of the vulva. It extends from the mons pubis to the perineum. The cleft encloses the labia minora, clitoris, urethral opening, and the vaginal opening.
Related Terms
- Vulva: The external part of the female genitalia.
- Labia Majora: The larger outer folds of the vulva.
- Labia Minora: The smaller inner folds of the vulva.
- Clitoris: A female sexual organ present in mammals, ostriches and a limited number of other animals.
- Urethral Opening: The point from where urine exits the body.
- Vaginal Opening: The opening of the vagina to the outside of the body.
- Perineum: The area between the anus and the scrotum in males and between the anus and the vulva in females.
- Mons Pubis: A rounded mass of fatty tissue found over the pubic symphysis of the human female.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pudendal cleft
- Wikipedia's article - Pudendal cleft
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