Radial fossa
Radial fossa | |
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Details | |
Identifiers | |
Latin | fossa radialis humeri |
TA98 | A02.4.04.026 |
TA2 | 1206 |
FMA | 23452 |
Anatomical terms of bone |
The radial fossa is a slight depression found on the humerus above the front part of the capitulum. It receives the anterior border of the head of the radius when the forearm is flexed.
Structure
The joint capsule of the elbow attaches to the humerus just proximal to the radial fossa.
Additional images
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Human arm bones diagram
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Elbow joint. Deep dissection. Anterior view.
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Elbow joint. Deep dissection. Anterior view.