pubic symphysis
pubic symphysis
pu′bic sym′physis
n.
单词 | pubic symphysis |
释义 | pubic symphysispubic symphysispu′bic sym′physisn. Pubic Symphysispubic symphysis[′pyü·bik ′sim·fə·səs]Pubic Symphysisthe union of the left and right pubic bones by a cartilaginous plate, which has a slitlike cavity filled with synovial fluid. The pubic symphysis is secured by anterior, posterior, and superior public ligaments. During pregnancy, the pubic symphysis becomes larger and more extensible, facilitating childbirth. pubic symphysissymphysis[sim´fĭ-sis] (Gr.)pu·bic sym·phy·sis[TA]pubic symphysissymphysis pubisA firm anterior fibrocartilaginous joint between the two pubic bones, which loosens during late pregnancy and delivery to facilitate the passage of a baby.pu·bic sym·phy·sis(pyū'bik sim'fi-sis) [TA]Synonym(s): symphysis pubis. pubic symphysisThe mid-line cartilaginous joint between the inner surfaces of the pubic bones. |
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