Term Name: | lesser tubercle of humerus |
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Synonyms: | lesser tubercle of humerus, lesser tubercle of the humerus |
Definition: | The lesser tubercle of the humerus, although smaller, is more prominent than the greater tubercle: it is situated in front, and is directed medially and anteriorly. Above and in front it presents an impression for the insertion of the tendon of the Subscapularis. |
Ontology: | Uberon Ontology [UBERON:0011188] |