Femur vs Tibia
| Свойство | Femur | Tibia |
|---|---|---|
| Латинское название | Os femoris | Os tibiae |
| Тип | Bone | Bone |
| Система органов | Skeletal | Skeletal |
| Область тела | Thigh | Leg |
| Функция | The longest and strongest bone in the human body. Bears the weight of the body and provides attachment for powerful thigh muscles. Transmits body weight from the hip to the … | The larger of the two leg bones, the tibia bears most of the weight transmitted from the femur to the foot. It provides attachment for muscles of the leg and … |
| Клиническое значение | Femoral neck fractures are common in elderly patients with osteoporosis. Femoral shaft fractures result from high-energy trauma. The femoral head is susceptible to avascular necrosis. | Tibial plateau fractures affect the knee joint. Tibial shaft fractures are the most common long bone fractures. Stress fractures of the tibia are common in athletes and military personnel. |
| FMA ID | 24474 | 24476 |
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Femur
Os femoris
Longest and strongest bone in the human body, the femur bears the body's weight and anchors the powerful muscles of the thigh, transmitting weight from the hip to the tibia during standing and locomotion. It …