Perineum
Perineum
The Perineum (/pɛrɪˈniːəm/; from Greek, περίνεος or perineos) is an anatomical region in the mammalian body. It is a diamond-shaped area located between the pubic symphysis and the coccyx.
Etymology
The term "Perineum" is derived from the Greek word "περίνεος" or "perineos", meaning 'space between'.
Anatomy
The perineum corresponds to the outlet of the pelvis. Its deep boundaries are the inferior rami of the pubis and ischium, the sacrotuberous ligament, and the coccyx. The perineum is divided into two parts by the transverse perineal muscles: the urogenital triangle in front and the anal triangle at the back.
The perineum is an important location for several aspects of medicine, including treatments and procedures in gynecology, urology, and proctology.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Perineum
- Wikipedia's article - Perineum
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