Pelvic cavity
Pelvic Cavity
The Pelvic Cavity (pronounced: PEL-vik KAV-i-tee) is a body cavity that is bounded by the bones of the pelvis and which primarily contains reproductive organs, the urinary bladder, the pelvic colon, and the rectum.
Etymology
The term "pelvic" comes from the Latin pelvis, meaning "basin". In the human body, the pelvic region holds and protects the digestive and reproductive organs, much like a basin.
Anatomy
The pelvic cavity is the part of the body located beneath the abdominal cavity and is separated from it by the pelvic brim. The pelvic cavity primarily contains the reproductive organs, the urinary bladder, the pelvic colon, and the rectum.
The pelvic cavity's shape is like a funnel, and it's bordered by the pelvic bones and contains the pelvic organs. The pelvic cavity's floor is formed by the pelvic diaphragm, which includes the levator ani and the coccygeus muscle.
Related Terms
- Pelvis: The bony structure located at the base of the spine and connected to the thigh bones.
- Abdominal Cavity: The body cavity that contains the stomach, liver, and other digestive organs.
- Pelvic Brim: The edge of the pelvic inlet, which is the superior opening of the pelvic cavity.
- Pelvic Diaphragm: The muscular structure that forms the floor of the pelvic cavity.
- Levator Ani: A broad, thin muscle located on the side of the pelvis.
- Coccygeus Muscle: A small muscle located near the lower end of the spinal column.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pelvic cavity
- Wikipedia's article - Pelvic cavity
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