Clavicle vs Femur
| Property | Clavicle | Femur |
|---|---|---|
| Latin Name | Os claviculae | Os femoris |
| Type | Bone | Bone |
| Body System | Skeletal | Skeletal |
| Body Region | Shoulder | Thigh |
| Function | A slender S-shaped bone that forms the anterior part of the shoulder girdle. Acts as a strut to keep the upper limb away from the trunk, allowing free movement. Transmits … | The longest and strongest bone in the human body. Bears the weight of the body and provides attachment for powerful thigh muscles. Transmits body weight from the hip to the … |
| Clinical Significance | The clavicle is the most commonly fractured bone, typically at the junction of the middle and lateral thirds. Clavicle fractures can injure the subclavian vessels or brachial plexus. Sternoclavicular joint … | Femoral neck fractures are common in elderly patients with osteoporosis. Femoral shaft fractures result from high-energy trauma. The femoral head is susceptible to avascular necrosis. |
| FMA ID | 13321 | 24474 |
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Clavicle
Os claviculae
Slender and S-shaped, the clavicle forms the anterior part of the shoulder girdle, extending horizontally from the sternum to the acromion of the scapula. It acts as a strut that holds the upper limb away …