Intertrochanteric distance
Distantia intertrochanterica
- Synonym: Intertrochanteric diameter
- Related terms: Intertrochanteric distance; Intertrochanteric diameter
Definition
The intertrochanteric distance extends between the trochanters of femurs.
Average measurement in female: about 310 mm.
References
Text by Antoine Micheau, MD - Copyright IMAIOS
