Lateral epicondyle of the femur

Definition

The lateral epicondyle of the femur is a bony prominence located on the outer, or lateral, side of the distal femur above the knee joint. It serves as an attachment point for muscles and ligaments involved in knee movement.

Related terms

Femur: The longest and strongest bone in the body, extending from the hip to the knee.

Ligament: A tough band of fibrous tissue that connects bones or cartilage at a joint or supports an organ.

Knee joint: A complex hinge joint between the thigh bone (femur), shin bone (tibia), and kneecap (patella) that allows for flexion, extension, and slight rotation