In human anatomy of the arm the lateral portion of the articular surface of the humerus consists of a smooth rounded eminence named the capitulum of the humerus. In non-human […]
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Anterior ligament of elbow
The anterior ligament of the elbow is a broad and thin fibrous layer covering the anterior surface of the joint.It is attached to the front of the medial epicondyle and […]
Posterior ligament of elbow
The posterior ligament is thin and membranous and consists of transverse and oblique fibers. Above it is attached to the humerus immediately behind the capitulum and close to the medial […]
Lesser sciatic notch
Below the ischial spine is a small notch the lesser sciatic notch; it is smooth coated in the recent state with cartilage the surface of which presents two or three […]
Greater sciatic notch
Above the ischial spine is a large notch the greater sciatic notch converted into a foramen by the sacrospinous ligament.It transmits the Piriformis the superior and inferior gluteal vessels and […]
Infraglenoid tubercle
The infraglenoid tubercle is the part of the scapula from which the long head of the triceps brachii originates.The infraglenoid tubercle is a tubercle located on the lateral part of […]
Supraglenoid tubercle
The supraglenoid tubercle is a region of the scapula from which the long head of the biceps brachii muscle originates. It is a small rough projection superior to the glenoid […]
Deltoid tuberosity
In human anatomy the deltoid tuberosity is a rough triangular area on the anterolateral (exterior-front) surface of the middle of the humerus to which the deltoid muscle attaches.
Aortic hiatus
The aortic hiatus is a hole in the human diaphragm. It is the lowest and most posterior of the large apertures.It is located approximately at the level of the twelfth […]
Esophageal hiatus
In human anatomy the esophageal hiatus is a hole in the diaphragm through which the esophagus and the vagus nerve pass. It is located in the right crus of the […]