Tag: Anatomical spaces

The term 'pouch' refers to a surprising variety of anatomical and surgical structures, not a single location in the body. Understanding where a specific pouch is located depends entirely on the context, which can range from a woman's pelvis to the large intestine.

Approximately 70% of peripheral nerve compressions affecting the lower limb occur in or around the inguinal region. Understanding the anatomy of this area is critical, and central to this is the **lacuna musculorum**, the lateral passage beneath the inguinal ligament, which is a key anatomical structure for muscle and nerve function.