Gracilis Muscle

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Engelsk definition

A slender and most superficial muscle in the inner THIGH which originates at the ramus of the PUBIC BONE near the PUBIC SYMPHYSIS and inserts at the proximal medial TIBIA. Its function is to abduct thigh, flex knee, and rotate leg medially. It is a common source of a MYOCUTANEOUS FLAP.

Svenska synonymer

Gracilis

Engelska synonymer

Gracilis Muscles Muscle, Gracilis Muscles, Gracilis