Pubis
Skeletal System
The pubis is the anterior part of the hip bone, which joins the opposite pubis in the midline to form the pubic symphysis.
Parts
- Body: the anteromedial part bearing the articular surface of the symphysis.
- Superior ramus: extending towards the acetabulum and forming its anteroinferior part.
- Inferior ramus: joining the ramus of the ischium.
- Pubic tubercle: the attachment of the inguinal ligament.
Muscle Attachments
The pubis gives attachment to the hip adductors (adductor longus, brevis, and gracilis) below and the
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