Bäckeninnehållet

Bäckeninnehållet is a Swedish term that translates to "pelvic contents" or "contents of the pelvis" in English. It refers to the organs and structures located within the pelvic cavity. This anatomical region is defined by the bones of the pelvis, which include the ilium, ischium, and pubis, forming the pelvic girdle.

The pelvic contents vary between males and females. In both sexes, the pelvic cavity houses parts of the urinary system, including the bladder and the terminal portions of the ureters, and the distal part of the large intestine, specifically the rectum and anal canal. Blood vessels and nerves that supply and drain the pelvic organs are also part of the pelvic contents.

In females, the pelvic contents additionally include the reproductive organs: the uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, cervix, and vagina. In males, the pelvic contents include the prostate gland, seminal vesicles, and the terminal parts of the vas deferens. The pelvic floor, a muscular diaphragm that supports these organs and separates the pelvic cavity from the perineum, is also considered in relation to the pelvic contents. Understanding the anatomy and contents of the pelvis is crucial in various medical fields, including gynecology, urology, and general surgery.