Radial fossa
Groove on the distal end of the humerus From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The radial fossa is a slight depression found on the humerus above the front part of the capitulum. It receives the anterior border of the head of the radius when the forearm is flexed.
| Radial fossa | |
|---|---|
Left humerus. Anterior view. (Radial fossa visible at bottom right.) | |
| Details | |
| Identifiers | |
| Latin | fossa radialis humeri |
| TA98 | A02.4.04.026 |
| TA2 | 1206 |
| FMA | 23452 |
| Anatomical terms of bone | |
Structure
The joint capsule of the elbow attaches to the humerus just proximal to the radial fossa.[1][2]
Additional images
- Human arm bones diagram
- Elbow joint. Deep dissection. Anterior view.
- Elbow joint. Deep dissection. Anterior view.
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