Fundiform ligament
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The fundiform ligament is a specialization, thickening, of the superficial (Scarpa's
) fascia
extending from the linea alba
of the lower abdominal wall.
It runs from the level of the pubic bone, laterally around the sides of the penis
like a sling
, and then unites at the base of the penis before going to the septum
of the scrotum
.
It is just superficial to the suspensory ligament
.
Although rarely mentioned, this ligament is also found in females.
Fascia of Scarpa
The deep layer is a layer of the anterior abdominal wall. It is found deep to the Camper Fascia and superficial to the External Oblique muscle.-Anatomy:...
) fascia
Fascia
A fascia is a layer of fibrous tissue that permeates the human body. A fascia is a connective tissue that surrounds muscles, groups of muscles, blood vessels, and nerves, binding those structures together in much the same manner as plastic wrap can be used to hold the contents of sandwiches...
extending from the linea alba
Linea alba
The linea alba is a fibrous structure that runs down the midline of the abdomen in humans and other vertebrates. The name means white line and the linea alba is indeed white, being composed mostly of collagen connective tissue....
of the lower abdominal wall.
It runs from the level of the pubic bone, laterally around the sides of the penis
Penis
The penis is a biological feature of male animals including both vertebrates and invertebrates...
like a sling
Sling (weapon)
A sling is a projectile weapon typically used to throw a blunt projectile such as a stone or lead "sling-bullet". It is also known as the shepherd's sling....
, and then unites at the base of the penis before going to the septum
Septum
In anatomy, a septum is a wall, dividing a cavity or structure into smaller ones.-In human anatomy:...
of the scrotum
Scrotum
In some male mammals the scrotum is a dual-chambered protuberance of skin and muscle containing the testicles and divided by a septum. It is an extension of the perineum, and is located between the penis and anus. In humans and some other mammals, the base of the scrotum becomes covered with curly...
.
It is just superficial to the suspensory ligament
Suspensory ligament of the penis
In males, the suspensory ligament of the penis is attached to the pubic symphysis, which holds the penis close to the pubic bone and supports it when erect....
.
Although rarely mentioned, this ligament is also found in females.