Espiral Atlas
MusclePelvis and perineum

Superficial transverse perineal muscle

musculus transversus perinei superficialis

Supports and fixes the perineal body and the pelvic floor, to support the abdominopelvic viscera and resist rises in intra-abdominal pressure.

Pelvis and perineum – 3D human anatomy atlas

In the full entry

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  • Origin
  • Insertion
  • Innervation
  • Blood supply

Related clinical cases

  • Pelvic floor injury in childbirth
  • Episiotomy and the muscles of the perineum
  • Kegel exercises and the muscles of the female perineum
  • Vaginismus

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