sacral region

back of pelvis

A subdivision of an organism along the anterior-posterior axis in the pelvic region immediately posterior to the lumbar region and anterior to the caudal region. Sometimes an intermediate region is defined between the sacral and caudal.

Type Organ
Parent Structure subdivision of organism along main body axis
Latin Name back of pelvis
FMA ID 24228

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the sacral region?
A subdivision of an organism along the anterior-posterior axis in the pelvic region immediately posterior to the lumbar region and anterior to the caudal region. Sometimes an intermediate region is defined between the sacral and caudal.
What is the Latin name for the sacral region?
The Latin name for the sacral region is back of pelvis.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.