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Medial epicondyle of the femur

Medial epicondyle of the femur is a science topic covered in the lgStudy science library. This page brings together a partial reference excerpt, illustrations, worked examples, real-world applications and a short study plan, so you can understand Medial epicondyle of the femur rather than just read about it. In short: The medial epicondyle of the femur is an epicondyle, a bony protrusion, located on the medial side of the femur at its distal end. Located above the medial condyle, it bears an elevation, the adductor tubercle, which serves for the attachment of the superficial part, or "tendinous insertion", of the adductor magnus.

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Reference excerpt

The medial epicondyle of the femur is an epicondyle, a bony protrusion, located on the medial side of the femur at its distal end. Located above the medial condyle, it bears an elevation, the adductor tubercle, which serves for the attachment of the superficial part, or "tendinous insertion", of the adductor magnus. This tendinous part here forms an intermuscular septum which forms the medial separation between the thigh's flexors and extensors. Behind it, and proximal to the medial condyle is a rough impression which gives origin to the medial head of the Gastrocnemius.

See also Lateral epicondyle of the femur Medial epicondyle of the humerus

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References This article incorporates text in the public domain from page 247 of the 20th edition of Gray's Anatomy (1918)

Platzer, Werner (2004). Color Atlas of Human Anatomy, Vol. 1: Locomotor System (5th ed.). Thieme. ISBN 3-13-533305-1. Thieme Atlas of Anatomy: General Anatomy and Musculoskeletal System. Thieme. 2006. ISBN 1-58890-419-9.

External links Right femur (anterior - distal end) - BioWeb at University of Wisconsin System Anatomy photo:17:st-0302 at the SUNY Downstate Medical Center

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In the classroom: Medial epicondyle of the femur is common in secondary-school and first-year university syllabi. It links to neighbouring topics Bones of the lower limb, Femur, Musculoskeletal system stubs, so understanding it makes those chapters shorter.
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