iliop

iliop is a term that refers to the ilium and the pubis, two of the three bones that fuse to form the hip bone (os coxae). The ilium is the large, wing-shaped upper part of the hip bone, while the pubis is the anterior and inferior part. Together, they form a significant portion of the pelvic girdle, which connects the vertebral column to the lower limbs. The iliopubic line, also known as the pectineal line, is an important anatomical landmark that separates the true pelvis from the false pelvis. This line is formed by the superior ramus of the pubis and the arcuate line of the ilium. The iliopubic region is crucial for weight-bearing, locomotion, and the support of abdominal organs. Anatomical variations and pathologies affecting the ilium and pubis can have significant implications for mobility and pelvic function.