Organs of the Pelvis

Overview

The pelvis houses several components of the urinary system responsible for storage and controlled elimination of urine. This section outlines the anatomy of the ureters, bladder and urethra as they traverse and function within the pelvic cavity. Their structural organisation is crucial for continence and effective drainage.

Key Structures

Topics include the ureters, urinary bladder and urethra, describing their courses, relations to adjacent organs, supporting structures and functional adaptations between sexes.

Clinical Relevance and Learning Focus

Understanding these organs is essential for diagnosing obstruction, infection, urinary retention and continence disorders. This section supports interpretation of imaging, catheterisation techniques and surgical planning in urology and gynaecology.

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Illustration of the anatomical pathway of the ureters from the renal pelvis to the bladder.

The Ureters

The Urinary Bladder

Diagram illustrating the infrapubic and prepubic angles of the male urethra, highlighting the impact of raising the penis during catheterization.

The Urethra

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