Articular facet of head of fibula
Facies articularis capitis fibulae
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Definition
The articular facet of head of fibula is a circular surface situated on the superior side of the fibula's head. It forms a joint connection with the lateral condyle of the tibia, creating the superior tibiofibular joint. The margins of this facet serve as attachment points for the capsular ligament of the superior tibiofibular joint.
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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.
