Inguinal ligament
| Inguinal ligament | |
|---|---|
Inguinal ligament is labeled at bottom right. | |
Structures passing behind the inguinal ligament. Anterolateral view of the right side of the pelvis. | |
| Details | |
| From | Anterior superior iliac spine |
| To | Pubic tubercle |
| Identifiers | |
| Latin | ligamentum inguinale |
| TA98 | A04.5.01.009 |
| TA2 | 2365 |
| FMA | 19855 |
| Anatomical terminology | |
The inguinal ligament (/ˈɪŋɡwɪnəl/), also known as Poupart's ligament or groin ligament, is a band running from the pubic tubercle to the anterior superior iliac spine. It forms the base of the inguinal canal through which an indirect inguinal hernia may develop.