Medial epicondyle of femur
Epicondylus medialis ossis femoris
- Latin synonym: Epicondylus medialis femoris
- Related terms: Medial epicondyle
Definition
The medial epicondyle of femur is the most prominent point on the medial condyle. It provides attachment for the tibial collateral ligament. Furthermore, the medial head of the gastrocnemius muscle originates from the medial epicondyle and the posterior surface of the medial condyle. Postero-superiorly, the medial epicondyle of femur is associated with a prominent bony projection called the adductor tubercle, which serves as the insertion site for the adductor magnus muscle.
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. 1348-1353.
Bordoni, B. and Varacallo, M. (2023). Anatomy, Bony Pelvis and Lower Limb, Gastrocnemius Muscle. [Updated 2023 Apr 17]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK532946/
