Patella Flashcards
1
Q
Is a sesamoid bone (cartilaginous tissue) within the tendon of the long muscle on the front of the thigh– the quadriceps muscle.
A
Patella/Knee Cap/Pan
2
Q
Parts of Patella
A
Base & Apex
3
Q
The broad upper border
A
Base
4
Q
Is it’s lower pointed end.
A
Apex
5
Q
Is another sesamoid bone in the lateral head of Gastrocnemius muscle located on the popliteal surface of the femur.
A
Fabella
