Acromial angle

Angulus acromii

Definition

Muhammad A. Javaid

The acromial angle of the scapula is a prominent bony landmark at the junction of the lateral border of the acromion and the spine of the scapula. It serves as the point from which the acromion process extends anteriorly from the scapula spine.

References

  • Miniato MA, Mudreac A, Borger J. Anatomy, Thorax, Scapula. [Updated 2023 Jul 24]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538319/

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