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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.
It is a deep fossa formed by the ilium, ischium, and pubis. It is the part of the pelvic bone that articulates with the fermur. It functions as a socket that accepts teh rounded head of the femur. The acetabulum is small and faces more anteriorly in females, whereas it is large and faces more laterally in males