Anococcygeal
Anococcygeal is an anatomical term used to describe structures or relationships in the region between the anus and the coccyx. It designates the posterior part of the perineum and the lower sacral area, and can be applied to tissues, ligaments, fascia, nerves, and skin located there.
Anatomy and structure: The anococcygeal region includes skin and subcutaneous tissue over the coccyx, the coccygeal
Clinical relevance: The term is used in pelvic and colorectal contexts to describe locations relevant to exploration,
See also: coccyx, anorectal region, sacrococcygeal ligaments, pudendal nerve, coccygodynia.