Iliopectineal line

Iliopectineal line is a line in the human body that runs from the ilium to the pubic bone. It is an important anatomical landmark in radiology and orthopedics.

Etymology

The term "iliopectineal" is derived from the Latin words "ilium", meaning hip bone, and "pecten", meaning comb. The "line" refers to the linear nature of this anatomical feature.

Anatomy

The iliopectineal line is a radiographic line used in the evaluation of the hip joint. It is formed by the union of the iliopectineal eminence and the superior pubic ramus. The line is used to assess the position of the femoral head in relation to the acetabulum.

Clinical significance

In radiology, the iliopectineal line is used to identify hip dislocations and fractures. A break in the line can indicate a fracture of the acetabulum or dislocation of the hip joint. It is also used in the evaluation of developmental dysplasia of the hip in infants and children.

Related terms

• Ilium: The large broad bone forming the upper part of each half of the pelvis.
• Pecten pubis: The part of the superior ramus of the pubic bone which forms a sharp edge and serves for the attachment of a number of muscles.
• Acetabulum: The socket of the hipbone, into which the head of the femur fits.
• Femoral head: The highest part of the thigh bone (femur), which is rounded and fits into the acetabulum.

See also

• Pelvis
• Hip joint
• Radiology