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. |
| FMA ID | 13889 | 22428 |