pelvus
The pelvus, in anatomical terms, refers to the bony ring at the base of the spine that forms the pelvis. It supports the upper body, transmits weight to the lower limbs, and encloses pelvic organs such as the bladder, reproductive organs, and part of the digestive tract. The pelvus consists of the paired hip bones (os coxae), the sacrum, and the coccyx, which together create a closed ring.
Each os coxae is formed by three fused bones: the ilium, ischium, and pubis. The two hip
Joints and ligaments stabilize the pelvus. The sacroiliac joints connect the sacrum to the ilia; the pubic
Nerves, arteries, and veins supply and innervate the pelvus. Primary blood supply comes from branches of the
Clinical relevance includes pelvic fractures, obstetric considerations in the female pelvis, pelvic organ prolapse, and various