Clavicle vs Humerus
| 속성 | Clavicle | Humerus |
|---|---|---|
| 라틴어 명칭 | Os claviculae | Os humeri |
| 유형 | Bone | Bone |
| 신체 계통 | Skeletal | Skeletal |
| 신체 부위 | Shoulder | Upper Arm |
| 기능 | 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 bone of the upper arm connecting the shoulder to the elbow. Provides attachment points for muscles of the shoulder and arm, enabling a wide range of upper limb movements. |
| 임상적 의의 | 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 … | Surgical neck fractures are common in elderly patients. Midshaft fractures may damage the radial nerve causing wrist drop. Supracondylar fractures are the most common elbow fractures in children. |
| FMA ID | 13321 | 13303 |
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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 …