Fascia Lata

CONNECTIVE TISSUE of the anterior compartment of the THIGH that has its origins on the anterior aspect of the iliac crest and anterior superior iliac spine, and its insertion point on the iliotibial tract. It plays a role in medial rotation of the THIGH, steadying the trunk, and in KNEE extension.

Year introduced: 1991(1972)

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Tree Number(s): A02.340.424, A10.165.425.500

MeSH Unique ID: D005206

Entry Terms:

• Fascia Latas
• Lata, Fascia
• Latas, Fascia

Previous Indexing:

• Fascia (1966-1971)
• Thigh (1966-1971)

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