Definition of Lateral epicondyle

1. Noun. Epicondyle near the lateral condyle of the femur.

Generic synonyms: Epicondyle

Medical Definition of Lateral epicondyle

1. A bony prominence of the outer aspect of the humerus. The lateral epicondyle provides origin for the muscles which dorsiflex the wrist. Inflammation at this site is known as tennis elbow. (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Lateral Epicondyle

lateral curvature
lateral cutaneous branch
lateral cutaneous branches of intercostal nerves
lateral cutaneous branches of ventral primary ramus of thoracic spinal nerves
lateral cutaneous nerve of calf
lateral cutaneous nerve of forearm
lateral cutaneous nerve of thigh
lateral decubitus radiograph
lateral deep cervical lymph nodes
lateral diffusion
lateral direct veins
lateral dorsal cutaneous nerve
lateral epicondylar crest
lateral epicondylar ridge
lateral epicondyle (current term)
lateral epicondyle (current term)
lateral epicondyle of femur
lateral epicondyle of humerus
lateral epicondylitis
lateral epicondylitis
lateral excursion
lateral femoral circumflex artery
lateral femoral cutaneous nerve
lateral femoral tuberosity
lateral fillet
lateral folds
lateral fossa of brain
lateral frontobasal artery
lateral funiculus
lateral funiculus of spinal cord

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