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ectepicondyle of humerus

Term ID
UBERON:0006807
Synonyms
  • dorsal epicondyle of the humerus
  • e. lateralis humeri
  • ectepicondyle
  • epicondylus lateralis humeri
  • lateral epicondyle
Definition
A bony projection on the distal epiphysis of the humerus that is the attachment site for the extensor muscles of the distal parts of the forelimb. In humans, this is known as the lateral epicondyle, but the position varies across tetrapods. (3)
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