Acetabular level

What does "Acetabular level" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

The "acetabular level" refers to the position of a part of the hip joint known as the acetabulum. This is the socket in the hip bone that holds the top of the thigh bone, allowing the leg to move and rotate. When doctors talk about the "acetabular level", they are usually discussing whether this socket is in the right place and at the right angle for proper hip function.

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