pelvienne

Pelvienne is the feminine French adjective meaning “pelvic” and is used to describe structures and conditions related to the pelvis in medical and anatomical language. The masculine counterpart is pelvien; together they correspond to the English term pelvic.

Anatomy: The pelvis is the basin-shaped bony ring at the lower part of the trunk. It is formed by the two hip bones (each composed of the ilium, ischium, and pubis), the sacrum, and the coccyx, and it forms the pelvic girdle that connects the spine to the lower limbs. The pelvic cavity houses several organs and is bounded by the pelvic bones and ligaments, forming a stable enclosure for internal structures.

Organs and relations: In the pelvic region, the bladder lies centrally, with reproductive organs occupying space that differs by sex. In females, the uterus, ovaries, and parts of the vagina reside within the pelvic cavity; in males, the prostate and seminal vesicles are located nearby. The rectum lies posteriorly within the pelvis. The pelvic organs are supported and contained by the pelvic floor, a muscular and connective tissue structure.

Pelvic floor: The pelvic floor comprises muscles such as the levator ani and coccygeus, which support pelvic organs, help control continence, and contribute to core stability. The region also contains important nerves and vessels, including branches of the internal iliac system and the sacral nerves.

Clinical relevance: Pelvic anatomy is central to obstetrics, gynecology, urology, and colorectal surgery. Conditions affecting the pelvis include fractures, pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis, and chronic pelvic pain. Imaging modalities such as X-ray, CT, MRI, and ultrasound are used to evaluate pelvic structures.

Notes: Pelvienne denotes feminine agreement in French; pelvien is masculine. The English term is pelvic.