Iliac tubercle
Tuberculum iliacum
- Related terms: Tuberculum of iliac crest
Definition
The Iliac tubercle is a notable bony protuberance that extends outward from the outer lip of the iliac crest of the hip bone, positioned slightly behind the anterior superior iliac spine. It serves as the point of origin for the iliotibial tract.
References
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. 1341-1343.
