Intercristal distance - Female pelvis - Pelvic measurements - e-Anatomy

Intercristal distance

Distantia intercristalis

  • Synonyms: Intercristal diameter

Definition

Antoine Micheau

The intercristal distance extends between furthest lateral points of iliac crest

Average measurement in female: about 290 mm.

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    Female pelvis
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    Female abdomen-pelvis CT
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    Female abdomen-pelvis CT