Iliac crest
Iliac Crest
The Iliac Crest (pronounced: /ɪˈlaɪ.ək/ /krɛst/) is a prominent anatomical feature located on the largest bone of the hip, the ilium.
Etymology
The term "Iliac Crest" is derived from the Latin "ilium," meaning "flank or side," and the English "crest," referring to a peak or highest point.
Anatomy
The Iliac Crest is the superior border of the wing of ilium and the superolateral margin of the greater pelvis. It is the uppermost edge of the ilium, one of three bones that merge to form the hipbone, or Os Coxae. The Iliac Crest begins at the anterior superior iliac spine and ends at the posterior superior iliac spine.
Clinical Significance
The Iliac Crest is often used as a landmark in clinical medicine. It is palpable in all individuals and is at the level of the fourth lumbar vertebrae. It is also a common site for bone grafting, due to its thickness and accessibility.
Related Terms
- Anterior Superior Iliac Spine: The anterior end of the Iliac Crest.
- Posterior Superior Iliac Spine: The posterior end of the Iliac Crest.
- Os Coxae: The hip bone, which is formed by the fusion of the ilium, ischium, and pubis.
- Bone Grafting: A surgical procedure that replaces missing bone with material from the patient's own body, an artificial, synthetic, or natural substitute.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Iliac crest
- Wikipedia's article - Iliac crest
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