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Lateral Epicondyle of Femur
Skeletal System

Lateral Epicondyle of Femur

Epicondylus lateralis ossis femoris

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Description

The lateral epicondyle (external epicondyle) of femur is the rough eminence found along the lateral aspect of the lateral condyle. It provides an origin site for the popliteus muscle and the lateral head of gastrocnemius muscle, and an attachment site for the fibular collateral ligament.

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