Ischium [os ischii]

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Terms

kost sedací
sedací kost

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Definition

One of three bones that make up the coxal bone of the pelvic girdle. In tetrapods, it is the part of the pelvis that projects backward on the ventral side, and in primates, it bears the weight of the sitting animal.

DUI
D007512 MeSH Browser
CUI
M0011735