Pelviss

Pelviss is not a standard term in anatomy or medicine. In most scientific references, the correct term is pelvis (singular) or pelves (plural). The form pelviss may appear as a typographical error, transcription variant, or as a coined name in non-medical contexts such as branding or fictional works. This article treats pelviss as a nonstandard form and summarizes the established concept of the pelvis for clarity.

Anatomy of the pelvis: The pelvis is a basin-shaped structure at the base of the spine that supports the trunk and transmits weight to the lower limbs. It comprises the two hip bones (each hip bone is formed by the ilium, ischium, and pubis), the sacrum, and the coccyx. The pelvic girdle connects the upper body to the legs and houses pelvic organs. The pelvic cavity is subdivided into the false (greater) pelvis and the true (lesser) pelvis by the pelvic brim. The hip socket, or acetabulum, forms the hip joint with the femur.

Function and clinical significance: The pelvis provides attachment for muscles, supports abdominal and pelvic organs, and helps transfer body weight during standing and locomotion. It plays a central role in childbirth and in maintaining continence through the pelvic floor. Clinically relevant topics include pelvic fractures, pelvic organ prolapse and other pelvic floor disorders, obstetric considerations, and imaging of the bony pelvis via X-ray, CT, or MRI.

Etymology and usage: The term pelvis derives from Latin pelvis. Pelves is the standard plural; pelviss is not widely recognized in formal terminology. When encountered, pelviss should be treated as a nonstandard form, and the intended meaning should be clarified with the source.

See also: pelvis, pelves, pelvic girdle, pelvic floor, sacrum, coccyx.