fovea capitis of femur
fovea capitis
The surface of the head of the femur is smooth, coated with cartilage in the fresh state, except over an ovoid depression, the fovea of head of femur, which is situated a little below and behind the center of the head, and gives attachment to the ligamentum teres.
| Tipo | Ligament |
| Estructura principal | zone of long bone |
| Nombre latino | fovea capitis |
| FMA ID | 43700 |
Preguntas frecuentes
What is the fovea capitis of femur?
The surface of the head of the femur is smooth, coated with cartilage in the fresh state, except over an ovoid depression, the fovea of head of femur, which is situated a little below and behind the center of the head, and gives attachment to the ligamentum teres.
What is the Latin name for the fovea capitis of femur?
The Latin name for the fovea capitis of femur is fovea capitis.
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