perineum
perineal region
Subdivision of trunk proper, which is demarcated from the pelvis by the inferior surface of the pelvic diaphragm and from the lower limbs by the perineofemoral lines; together with the thorax, abdomen, and pelvis, it constitutes the trunk[FMA].
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| Type | Organ |
| Nom latin | perineal region |
| FMA ID | 9579 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the perineum?
Subdivision of trunk proper, which is demarcated from the pelvis by the inferior surface of the pelvic diaphragm and from the lower limbs by the perineofemoral lines; together with the thorax, abdomen, and pelvis, it constitutes the trunk[FMA].
What is the Latin name for the perineum?
The Latin name for the perineum is perineal region.
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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.
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