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Pelvis
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pelvis
(anatomy) the large round bone structure that the limbs and the spine are joined to, which also protects the abdominal organs
Exemples
The pelvis is a bony structure located at the base of the spine, consisting of the hip bones, sacrum, and coccyx.
Le bassin est une structure osseuse située à la base de la colonne vertébrale, composée des os de la hanche, du sacrum et du coccyx.
The pelvis provides support for the spine and connects the upper body to the lower limbs, serving as the foundation for posture and movement.
Le bassin fournit un soutien à la colonne vertébrale et relie le haut du corps aux membres inférieurs, servant de fondation pour la posture et le mouvement.
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the funnel-shaped cavity at the outlet of the kidney that collects urine before it passes into the ureter
Exemples
The renal pelvis drains urine from the kidney into the ureter.
An obstruction in the pelvis can cause urine to back up into the kidney.
