Articular facet of lateral malleolus
Facies articularis malleoli lateralis
- Related terms: Articular facet of lateral malleol
Definition
The articular facet of lateral malleolus is a flat triangular area located on the front part of the inner surface of the fibula’s lateral malleolus. It articulates with the corresponding surface of the talus, contributing to the formation of the ankle joint.
Behind the articular facet, on the same inner surface, there is a depression known as the malleolar fossa.
References
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Text written by Muhammad A. Javaid, MD, PhD © 2023 IMAIOS.
Standring, S. and Gray, H. (2016). ‘Chapter 80: Pelvic girdle, gluteal region and thigh’ in Gray’s anatomy The anatomical Basis of Clinical Practice. (41st ed.) New York: Elsevier, pp. 1405-1406.
