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Although technically not part of the thigh, the patella, or kneecap, is included in this region as well. Figure 9: Right femur, anterior and posterior views A. Femur Landmarks / Markings : ï· Head: Rounded region at the proximal end of the femur; articulates with the acetabulum of the os coxa.
Os acetabuli are unfused secondary ossification centres of the acetabulum. Os acetabuli are located at the anterosuperior margin. They are rounded in shape with a concave lateral border and convex medial border. They may be bilateral and partially fused to the acetabulum. Os acetabuli are normally seen in children but typically fuse in mid-to-late teens, being uncommonly seen in adults.