Superior iliac spine
Anatomical landmark on the pelvis
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| Latin | Spina iliaca superior |
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| System | Skeletal system |
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| Precursor | Ilium |
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The superior iliac spine refers to two anatomical landmarks on the pelvis: the anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS) and the posterior superior iliac spine (PSIS). These structures are important reference points in anatomy and are used in various medical and clinical settings.
Anterior Superior Iliac Spine (ASIS)[edit | edit source]
The anterior superior iliac spine is a bony projection of the iliac bone and is located on the anterior (front) part of the iliac crest. It serves as an important landmark for several clinical procedures and is the attachment point for the inguinal ligament and the sartorius muscle.
Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]
The ASIS is used as a reference point in the measurement of leg length and in the diagnosis of certain conditions such as pelvic obliquity. It is also a key landmark in the identification of the McBurney's point, which is used in the diagnosis of appendicitis.
Posterior Superior Iliac Spine (PSIS)[edit | edit source]
The posterior superior iliac spine is located on the posterior (back) part of the iliac crest. It is less prominent than the ASIS but serves as an important landmark in the assessment of pelvic alignment and in the diagnosis of sacroiliac joint dysfunction.
Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]
The PSIS is often used as a reference point in the assessment of scoliosis and other spinal deformities. It is also a key landmark in the administration of certain types of spinal anesthesia.
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