CHAPTER 1: ANATOMY OF THE REPRODUCTIVE TRACT In this chapter, we will review basic reproductive anatomy in both males and females. This discussion will involve an overview of both male and female reproductive anatomy. In both genders, many of the major reproductive organs are contained within the pelvis. The pelvis is a circular region created by the joining of the pelvic bones with the sacrum. Figure 1 shows the bony pelvis, which has the major purpose with regard to the reproductive system of protecting these vital structures:
Figure 1.
For clinical purposes, it is important to understand that the shape of the pelvis differs in males and females. In general, females have a wider pelvic inlet to facilitate childbirth. There are actually many differences between these two anatomical structures that
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