Malleolar groove of fibula

Sulcus malleolaris fibulae

  • Related terms: Malleolar groove

Definition

The malleolar groove of fibula is positioned on the posterior surface of the lateral malleolus of the fibula. It serves as a pathway for the peroneal tendons, including those of the peroneus longus and peroneus brevis muscles, which originate from the lateral compartment of the leg.

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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.


Comparative anatomy in animals

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