Trochlea of humerus

Trochlea humeri

Definition

Anne-Sophie Emeric,

The trochlea of the humerus is the medial articular surface of the distal humeral condyle. It articulates primarily with the trochlear notch of the ulna to form the elbow joint.

References

  • International Committee on Veterinary Gross Anatomical Nomenclature. 2017. Nomina Anatomica Veterinaria. Sixth Edition. Ghent (Belgium).

  • Barone R. Anatomie comparée des mammifères domestiques, Tome 1, Ostéologie, 5th edition, Vigot, Paris, 2017.

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