Epicondyle of the Femur Lateral

The epicondyle of the femur is the part of the femur located between the greater and lesser epicondyles. It is composed of cartilage and connective tissue, and serves as support and protection.

The epicondyle lateralis (lateral epicondyle) is one of the two epicondyles of the femur. It is located on the lateral side of the thigh and is part of the lateral wall of the femoral fossa. The lateral epicondyle is crescent-shaped and consists of cartilaginous tissue.

The lateral epicondyle of the femur has several functions. It supports the femur and protects it from damage. It is also involved in hip movement. As the hip moves laterally, the lateral epicondyle flexes and extends, allowing the hip to move with greater range of motion.

In addition, the lateral epicondyle can be damaged by hip injuries. For example, with a fracture of the femur or sprained ligaments. In such cases, surgery may be required to restore the integrity of the epicondyle and prevent further damage.

Overall, the epicondyle lateralis is an important part of the femur and plays an important role in maintaining its stability and function.

The supracondylar eminence of the femur, or trochanter (Latin laterus - “lateral”) is one of the important anatomical formations of the femur in the human body.

It is a branch of the lower part of the femur that extends beyond it. The trochanter is located just above the lateral patella and serves as the attachment point for the ligamentous apparatus of the knee joint. The trochanter is actually a lateral femoral ligament or tendon that attaches the ligaments of the knee and hip joints. It performs a shock-absorbing function during compression and expansion of the femurs. The supracondylar trochanter can have varying degrees of severity. The degree of its manifestation can be determined by