Pectineal
Pectineal refers to a term used in anatomy to describe anything related to the pecten pubis, which is part of the pelvis. The term is derived from the Latin word "pecten", which means comb. The pecten pubis is a part of the superior ramus of the pubic bone. It is also known as the pecten of the pubis or the pectineal line.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The pectineal line of the pubis is a ridge on the superior ramus of the pubic bone. It forms part of the pelvic brim. The pectineal line is continuous with the arcuate line of the ilium. Together, they form the iliopectineal line, which separates the true from the false pelvis.
The pectineal line is an important anatomical landmark. It serves as the attachment site for the pectineus muscle, which is a flat, quadrangular muscle situated at the anterior part of the upper and medial aspect of the thigh.
Clinical significance[edit | edit source]
The pectineal line is a significant landmark in surgical procedures involving the pelvis. It is particularly important in procedures such as inguinal hernia repairs and hip replacement surgeries.
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