inferior pubic ramus
inferior rami of the pubes
The inferior pubic ramus is thin and flattened. It passes lateralward and downward from the medial end of the superior ramus; it becomes narrower as it descends and joins with the inferior ramus of the ischium below the obturator foramen.
| Type | Organ |
| Parent Structure | pubic ramus |
| Latin Name | inferior rami of the pubes |
| FMA ID | 16989 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the inferior pubic ramus?
The inferior pubic ramus is thin and flattened. It passes lateralward and downward from the medial end of the superior ramus; it becomes narrower as it descends and joins with the inferior ramus of the ischium below the obturator foramen.
What is the Latin name for the inferior pubic ramus?
The Latin name for the inferior pubic ramus is inferior rami of the pubes.
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