Apex of head of fibula
Apex capitis fibulae
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Definition
The apex of head of fibula, also known as the styloid process, is a bony projection that extends upwards from the posterolateral aspect of the fibula's head. It serves as an attachment site for the tendon of the biceps femoris muscle and the fibular collateral ligament.
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Text written by Muhammad A. Javaid, MD, PhD © 2023 IMAIOS.
Standring, S. and Gray, H. (2016). ‘Chapter 80: Pelvic girdle, gluteal region and thigh’ in Gray’s anatomy The anatomical Basis of Clinical Practice. (41st ed.) New York: Elsevier, pp. 1405-1406.
