Boundaries
The edge of the pelvic inlet (pelvic brim) is formed as follows:
| Anteriorly by the pubic crest (or pubic symphysis) |
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| Laterally by the iliopectineal line |
(same as other side) | |
| Posteriorly by the anterior margin of the base of the sacrum (or the ala of sacrum) and sacrovertebral angle (or sacral promontory) |
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