Fibula

Os fibulae

The fibula is a thin bone lateral to the tibia, connected by the interosseous membrane. The fibular head articulates with the lateral tibial condyle. The lateral malleolus at the distal end extends further inferiorly than the medial malleolus, contributing to ankle stability.

Tipe Bone
Sistem Tubuh Skeletal
Wilayah Tubuh Leg
Nama Latin Os fibulae
FMA ID 24479

Fungsi

The slender lateral bone of the leg. While it bears minimal weight, it provides attachment for muscles and ligaments and forms part of the ankle joint. The lateral malleolus stabilizes the ankle laterally.

Signifikansi Klinis

Lateral malleolus fractures are the most common ankle fractures. Weber classification categorizes ankle fractures based on fibular fracture level relative to the syndesmosis. The fibula is commonly used as a bone graft donor site.

Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan

What is the Fibula?
The fibula is a thin bone lateral to the tibia, connected by the interosseous membrane. The fibular head articulates with the lateral tibial condyle. The lateral malleolus at the distal end extends further inferiorly than the medial malleolus, contributing to ankle stability.
What is the function of the Fibula?
The slender lateral bone of the leg. While it bears minimal weight, it provides attachment for muscles and ligaments and forms part of the ankle joint. The lateral malleolus stabilizes the ankle laterally.
What body system is the Fibula part of?
The Fibula is part of the Skeletal.
What conditions affect the Fibula?
Lateral malleolus fractures are the most common ankle fractures. Weber classification categorizes ankle fractures based on fibular fracture level relative to the syndesmosis. The fibula is commonly used as a bone graft donor site.
Where is the Fibula located?
The Fibula is located in the Leg region of the body.

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