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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.
The obturator canal houses the obturator nerve and vessels. Acetabulum. As indicated above, the acetabulum is formed from parts of the ilium, ischium, and pubis. The acetabulum is the cup-shaped socket on the lateral aspect of the pelvis, which articulates with the head of the femur to form the hip joint.The margin of the acetabulum is deficient inferiorly.he obturator canal houses the obturator nerve and vessels. Acetabulum. As indicated above, the acetabulum is formed from parts of the ilium, ischium, and pubis. The acetabulum is the cup-shaped socket on the lateral aspect of the pelvis, which articulates with the head of the femur to form the hip joint.