Acetabular fossa
| Acetabular fossa | |
|---|---|
 Lateral view of the right hip bone | |
| Details | |
| Identifiers | |
| Latin | Fossa acetabuli |
| TA | A02.5.01.004 |
| FMA | 17269 |
The acetabular fossa is a fossa located at the centre of the acetabulum. It is occupied by the ligament of head of femur.[1]
In contrast to the thick and smooth surrounding lunate surface, the pelvis' articulation with the head of the femur, the acetabular fossa is rough and thin, often transparent, and continuous with the acetabular notch below.
Additional Images
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Hip joint. Lateral wiev. Fat in acetabular fossa.
References
- ↑ Tank, Patrick W. (2001). "Bones and Joints of the Pelvis and Perineum - Self Study". University of Arkansas.
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