Medical Definition of Musculus pronator teres
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Origin, superficial (humeral) head (ulnar) from the common flexor origin on the medial epicondyle of the humerus, deep (ulnar) head from the medial side of the coronoid process of the ulna; insertion, middle of the lateral surface of the radius; action, pronates forearm; nerve supply, median.
Synonym: musculus pronator teres, musculus pronator radii teres, round pronator muscle.
(05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Musculus Pronator Teres
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