Pituitary gland vs Quadriceps femoris

속성 Pituitary gland Quadriceps femoris
라틴어 명칭 Glandula pituitaria Musculus quadriceps femoris
유형 Gland Muscle
신체 계통 Endocrine Muscular
신체 부위 Brain Thigh
기능 The master endocrine gland, producing hormones that regulate growth (GH), reproduction (FSH, LH, prolactin), thyroid function (TSH), adrenal function (ACTH), and water balance (ADH). Coordinates the activity of other endocrine … The most powerful extensor of the knee joint. Essential for standing, walking, climbing stairs, and running. The rectus femoris also flexes the hip.
임상적 의의 Pituitary adenomas can cause hormone excess or deficiency. Acromegaly results from excess growth hormone. Cushing's disease results from excess ACTH. Pituitary apoplexy is acute hemorrhage or infarction of the gland. … Quadriceps tendon rupture prevents active knee extension. Vastus medialis oblique weakness contributes to patellar maltracking. Quadriceps atrophy commonly follows knee injuries and surgeries.
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