Asked by Jenai Mikel on Sep 23, 2024

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Which muscles form the pelvic diaphragm?

A) Bulbospongiosus and Ischiocavernosus
B) Levator ani and coccygeus
C) Levator ani and ischiocavernosus
D) Coccygeus and bulbospongiosus
E) Superficial transverse perineal muscle and bulbospongiosus

Pelvic Diaphragm

A muscular structure that separates the pelvic cavity above from the perineal region below, providing support for the pelvic organs.

Levator Ani

A broad, thin muscle, situated on either side of the pelvis, which supports the pelvic viscera.

Coccygeus

A muscle located in the pelvic area, involved in supporting the coccyx (tailbone) and controlling movement in the pelvic floor.

  • Identify the key muscles involved in the structure and function of the pelvic floor.
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Tamimi Bara'aabout 17 hours ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The pelvic diaphragm is formed by the levator ani muscles and the coccygeus muscle. The levator ani muscles consist of the pubococcygeus, puborectalis, and iliococcygeus muscles.