CONNECTIVE TISSUE of the anterior compartment of the THIGH that has its origins on the anterior aspect of the iliac crest and anterior superior iliac spine, and its insertion point on the iliotibial tract. It plays a role in medial rotation of the THIGH, steadying the trunk, and in KNEE extension.

DUI

D005206 MeSH Browser

CUI

M0008235

Previous indexing

Fascia (1966-1971); Thigh (1966-1971)

History note

91(72); was see under FASCIA 1972-90

Public note

91; was see under FASCIA 1972-90