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	XII. Surface Anatomy and Surface Markings. 9. Surface Anatomy of the Perineum. Gray, Henry. 1918. Anatomy of the Human ...
		The junction of the mucous membrane of the anal canal with the skin of the perineum is marked by a white line which indicates also the line of contact of the external and internal Sphincters.
		In the anterior part of the perineum the external genital organs are situated.
		In the female are seen the skin reduplications forming the labia majora and minora laterally, the frenulum of the labia behind, and the prepuce of the clitoris in front; still more anteriorly is the mons pubis.
	www.bartleby.com /107/287.html (312 words)

	XII. Surface Anatomy and Surface Markings. 10. Surface Markings of the Perineum. Gray, Henry. 1918. Anatomy of the ...
		A line drawn transversely across in front of the ischial tuberosities divides the perineum into a posterior or rectal, and an anterior or urogenital, triangle.
		This line passes through the central point of the perineum, which is situated about 2.5 cm.
		Through the wall of the scrotum on either side the testis can be palpated; it lies toward the back of the scrotum, and along its posterior border the epididymis can be felt; passing upward along the medial side of the epididymis is the spermatic cord, which can be traced upward to the subcutaneous inguinal ring.
	www.bartleby.com /107/288.html (761 words)

	Reference.com/Encyclopedia/Perineum
		In human anatomy, the perineum is generally defined as the surface region in both males and females between the pubic symphysis and the coccyx.
		The perineum corresponds to the outlet of the pelvis.
		The region of the perineum can be considered a distinct area from pelvic cavity, with the two regions separated by the pelvic diaphragm.
	www.reference.com /browse/wiki/Perineum (441 words)

	Perineum Healing
		Of course the best way to quickly heal a sore perineum is to have avoided any tears or episiotomy in the birthing process.
		However, torn or not, your perineum may still be tender for a few days.
		That way, when you gently rinse your perineum, it is receiving the benefits of healing properties as well.
	www.msystems.net /family/perineum_healing.htm (278 words)

	Freakishly short perineum??? [Archive] - MotheringDotCommune Forums
		Then it says this "Women with a short perineum (<4 cm) or a small anal position index (<0.42) [whatever that is] had significantly higher rates of episiotomy, perineal tears and instrumented delivery.
		It was concluded that a short perineum and anterior displacement of the anus were associated with traumatic vaginal delivery in primigravidae.
		length of perineum may be far less important than your choice of birth provider and location (I was in a freestanding birth center and therefore had the option for a waterbirth).
	www.mothering.com /discussions/archive/index.php/t-302077.html (1588 words)

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		The anal triangle is the posterior division of the perineum.
		The correct answer is: External anal sphincter muscle An episiotomy is an incision made in the perineum to enlarge the distal end of the birth canal and to prevent serious damage to the perineal structures.
		The sacrospinous ligament extends from the sacrum to the ischial tuberosity--it is deep to the perineum and should not be involved with this procedure.
	www-personal.umich.edu /~benwei/cgi-data/shared/linked/Perineum(PQ).doc (2582 words)

	eMedicine - Vulvar-Vaginal Reconstruction : Article by Stephen Metz, MD
		Pathophysiology: Blunt trauma to the perineum (eg, straddle injury, deceleration injury) results in rapid stretching of involved tissues at such a rate and to such a degree that tissue elasticity is insufficient to accommodate expansion, and the tissue tears.
		The importance of the central tendon of the perineum is evident from evaluation of the distribution and orientation of the fibers of the contributing muscle groups.
		The superficial perineum derives sensory innervation primarily from the genital-femoral and ilioinguinal nerves, which originate in the upper lumbar portion of the spinal cord and pass through the inguinal canal to reach the perineum.
	www.emedicine.com /med/topic3340.htm (6646 words)

	3D Visualization of the Male Pelvis and Perineum:
		The pelvic diaphragm also separates the pelvic cavity from the perineum and defines the roof of the ischioanal fossae where it arises from the lateral walls of the pelvis formed by the obturator internus muscles.
		Our detailed analysis of the muscles of the perineum, particularly the muscles of the urogenital diaphragm, similarly show that their relationship to the pelvic viscera is different from the classic view.
		Finally, our detailed analysis of the muscles of the perineum, particularly the muscles of the urogenital diaphragm, show that their relationship to the pelvic viscera is different from the classic view.
	www.nlm.nih.gov /research/visible/vhpconf2000/AUTHORS/VENUTI/TEXTINDX.HTM (1872 words)

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		Thus, most of the pelvic cavity proper and perineum is drained by tributaries of the internal iliac veins, which drain into the common iliac veins, which drain into the inferior vena cave.
		Figures 36 and 37 show the externally visible structures of the perineum in the male and female, with the boundaries of the anal and urogenital triangles super imposed on the drawings.
		4 The lymphatic drainage of the perineum is mainly to superficial inguinal nodes.
	www.emory.edu /ANATOMY/AnatomyManual/pelvis.html (9319 words)

	perineum \| English \| Dictionary & Translation by Babylon
		In human anatomy, the perineum is generally defined as the surface region in both males and females between the pubic symphysis and the coccyx.
		It is a diamond-shaped area on the inferior surface of the trunk which includes the anus and, in females, the vagina.
		An episiotomy is a surgical procedure to widen the outlet of the birth canal to facilitate delivery of the baby and avoid a jagged rip of the perineum.
	www.babylon.com /definition/perineum/English (202 words)

	Perineum
		For women, the perineum extends to the vaginal opening; for men it extends to the base of the testicles.
		Because the perineum is so rich in nerve endings it often feels pleasing to have it touched or stroked.
		However, because this kind of stimulation is often associated with insertion of the finger into the vagina or anus, or both, a water-base lubricant is recommended and preferred.
	www.minou.com /adultsexuality/perineum.htm (152 words)

	Perineum
		The perineum is the piece of skin in between the scrotal base or vulva and the anus.
		For girls the perineum extends to the vaginal opening and for guys to the base of the testicles.
		Some men like the perineum and prostate to be stimulated at the same time.
	www.sexdictionary.info /perineum.html (94 words)

	Urban Dictionary: perineum
		perineum taint gooch grundle chode anus balls ass choad durf scrotum bonch tween vagina barse vanilla stripe arse bifkin chin rest derf genitals grundel snatch abc asshole bass bridge crotch cunt gay grengous guch nacho neopolitan ice cream nifkin pass penis perinium quim sack sex shocker smint tain't testicles vanilla yanus yeech
		The area between the baby batterbag/sperm hq and the smell hole.
		Damn, my perineum is sweaty, and I think I like it.
	www.urbandictionary.com /define.php?term=perineum&r=d (265 words)

	BURNS OF THE PERINEUM AND ANUS
		Burns of the perineum are relatively frequent, while affections of the anus and sphincters are rare.
		The state of the anal opening was followed up at the out-patient department as stenosis of the circular scars was imminent; however, due to the care of the patient's wife, no further complications developed during the rehabilitation period.
		On the right upper extremity the musculature was completely destroyed; therefore on the third day after admission amputation at two-thirds of the arm was performed, and subsequently, after consultation with orthopaedists, on the 44th day exarticulation in the shoulder joint was made.
	www.medbc.com /meditline/review/acta/vol_43/num_3/text/vol43n3p91.asp (1347 words)

	Definition of perineum - Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary
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	www.m-w.com /dictionary/perineum (89 words)

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		The perineum lies inferior to the pelvic outlet It is physically separated from the pelvic cavity by the pelvic diaphragm.
		Vessels and Nerves of the U.G. Triangle external genitalia are highly vascular and sensitive organs Arteries of the Perineum (N 384, 385) GA 3.44, 351A & B, 3.52, 3.53 Rohen 336, 337 Branches of the Internal Pudendal Artery (a branch of internal iliac a) a.
		Veins of the Perineum — don’t always parallel the arterial supply N366, 348 GA 3.47A, 3.48 A3.51 Superficial Dorsal Vein of the penis Drains skin and subcutaneous tissue of the penis Usually unpaired but this is variable Empties primarily into the greater saphenous vein via the external pudendal veins.
	www.mc.vanderbilt.edu /anatomy/PelvisPerineum/PelvPer4FMPerineum-04.doc (2684 words)

	Perineum
		The perineum is the region of the body inferior to the pelvic diaphragm and between the legs.
		perineal body (or central tendon of the perineum) - not as obvious as in the female perineum and not a clinically important structure in the male as it is in the female
		This fascia is firmly attached to the ischiopubic ramus along the side of the UG triangle and to the posterior free margin of the urogenital diaphragm, which can not be seen now.
	mywebpages.comcast.net /wnor/perineum.htm (873 words)

	The Un-Episiotomy Page-manage perineum ~ 1999
		When every drop of maternal energy is expended on pushing to baby down to the perineum, there is nothing left for her to use for the perineal stage -- that is to push the baby’s head and shoulders out and across the perineum.
		In some multips the fetal ejection reflex is initiated long before the baby’s head presses on the perineum (perhaps as soon as the cervix is fully dilated) and the baby almost "free falls" through the birth canal and across the perineium in the matter of 1 - 3 pushes.
		The lower (or right) gloved hand is placed palm down on the perineum to lightly support it during the birth of the head and more firmly supporting it during the delivery of the shoulders.
	www.collegeofmidwives.org /news01/perineal_direct_docs_01a.htm (4155 words)

	Perineum massage
		The perineum is a strong flexible muscle between the opening of the vagina and the anus.
		Many women have acknowledged the benefit of creating a 'body memory',or becoming familiar with the sensation of the perineum stretching and burning, as a useful exercise to help them deal with the pushing stage of their labour.
		Many women never massage their perineum in pregnancy and do not tear at birth, while others who do so methodically may still sustain a tear.
	health.ninemsn.com.au /article.aspx?id=77139 (522 words)

	Clinical Case - Perineum & External Genitalia
		An episiotomy is an incision made in the perineum to enlarge the distal end of the birth canal and to prevent serious damage to the perineal structures.
		The integrity of the perineal body is critical to the strength of the entire perineum in women.
		Its branches in the female include: the perineal nerve, which provides branches to the posterior labial region and the surrounding musculature; the dorsal nerve of the clitoris, which supplies the prepuce and glans of the clitoris and the associated skin; and the inferior rectal nerves, which supply the perianal region.
	anatomy.med.umich.edu /pelvis/perineum_case.html (907 words)

	Perineum & External Genitalia - Dissector Answers
		The pudendal canal extends from the lesser sciatic foramen, where its contents enter the perineum, to the posterior edge of the perineal membrane.
		It is incomplete, however, in that a space between the pubic rami is left open for the passage of the urethra (and, in females, the vagina) through the urogenital hiatus.
		The corpora cavernosa are rooted in the perineum by two crura of the penis.
	www.med.umich.edu /lrc/coursepages/M1/anatomy/html/pelvis/perineum_ans.html (1484 words)

	Got Questions? Get Answers.: Hitting the perineum during sex (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Is it such a thing as hitting the perineum during sex or masturbation ?
		The perineum is the area between the vagina and anus, so you could put pressure on it during masturbation/sex.
		It is possible during sex or masturbation with a toy that things slip out, and during a hasty attempt at reinsertion can bump into the perineum, which does hurt, especially if done forcefully.
	www.scarleteen.com /forum/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=2;t=008830;p=1 (227 words)

	The Perineal Chakra
		The Perineum centre - often but incorrectly called the Muladhara or Base Chakra - thus constitutes the red or broadcasting pole in the universal energy stream that enters through the crown centre (the violet pole).
		The Hui Yin is located between the genitals and the anus; the part of the body called the perineum.
		When the Perineum is strong, the organs remain firm and healthy; when it is weak the organs lose cohesiveness and Chi energy drains away.
	www.kheper.net /topics/chakras/Perineum.htm (699 words)

	Perineum can be used for Prostate Cancer Treatments and Tests for Prostate Cancer
		The perineum is located between the scrotum and the anal sphincter, and prostate treatments and test using the perineum often use the adjectives perineal and transperineal.
		The perineum is composed of muscles and exterior and is often used in minimally invasive prostate brachytherapy and prostate cryosurgery.
		The perineum is also the sit of incision for the transperineal biopsy and the perineal prostatectomy.
	www.prostate-cancer.com /prostate-cancer-glossary/perineum.html (134 words)

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