Insertions Psoas major Dorlands
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The lesser trochanter (small trochanter) of the femur is a conical eminence, which varies in size in different subjects.
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Structure
It projects from the lower and back part of the base of the femur neck.
From its apex three well-marked borders extend:
The summit of the trochanter is rough, and gives insertion to the tendon of the Psoas major and the Iliacus.
Clinical significance
It can be involved in an avulsion fracture.
References
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