Lateral supracondylar line
Linea supracondylaris lateralis
Definition
The lateral supracondylar line is the continuation of the lateral lip of linea aspera, extending downward. Together with the medial supracondylar line, it defines the posterior aspect of the lower end of the femur, forming the boundaries of the popliteal fossa. Below, the lateral supracondylar line terminates at the lateral condyle of the femur.
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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. 1348-1353.
