Lateral condyle of femur

The lateral condyle of femur is part of the expanded lower end of the femur. In contrast to the medial condyle, the lateral condyle is flatter and more aligned with the shaft of the femur, allowing it to play a significant role in bearing body weight and transmitting it to the tibia. Anteriorly, both condyles are joined and aligned with the front of the femur's shaft, while posteriorly, they extend beyond the plane of the popliteal surface and are separated by an intercondylar fossa.

The most prominent point on the lateral condyle is known as the lateral epicondyle, which provides attachment for the fibular collateral ligament. Inferior to the lateral epicondyle, there is a groove for the tendon of the popliteus muscle, and the lateral head of the gastrocnemius muscle originates posterosuperior to it.

Both the medial and lateral condyles of femur are partially covered by an articular surface. The portion that covers both condyles anteriorly is called the patellar articular surface, while the part that covers them inferiorly and posteriorly is referred to as the tibial articular surface.