Neck of fibula
Collum fibulae
Definition
The neck of fibula refers to the narrow section of fibula that lies below the expanded head region. As the common peroneal nerve travels on the lateral side of the neck of fibula, it splits into the deep and superficial peroneal nerves.
References
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Text by Antoine Micheau, MD and reviewed 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.
