Gluteal tuberosity
Tuberositas glutea
Definition
Gluteal tuberosity is the upper lateral continuation of the linea aspera as it extends towards the greater trochanter of the femur. It presents as a roughened bony ridge that serves as the site of attachment for the gluteus maximus muscle.
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. 1348-1353.
