Ischium – ischial spine

Ischium - ischial spine

Anatomy

Triangular posterior projection from back of body of ischium, between greater (above) and lesser (below) sciatic notches.

Clinical

Pudendal block (obstetrical procedure); injection of local anaesthetic near ischial spine, to relieve pain during 2nd stage of labour.

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