Ischiocavernosus
The structure indicated is the ischiocavernosus muscle. The ischiocavernosus muscle is one of three pairs of muscles in the superficial perineal pouch:- Ischiocavernosus
- Bulbospongiosus
- Superficial transverse perineal muscles
Origin: Ischiopubic ramus – internal aspect
Insertion: Crus of penis and clitoris
Action: Stabilise erect penis
Innervation: Pudendal nerve
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