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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 ischium forms the lower and back part of the hip bone (os coxae). Situated below the ilium and behind the pubis, it is one of these three bones whose fusion creates the coxa. The superior portion of this bone forms approximately one third of the acetabulum.