Adductor tubercle

What does "Adductor tubercle" 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 "adductor tubercle" is a small bump that can be found on the inner part of the thigh bone, near the knee. It's a place where certain muscles and ligaments attach. In everyday language, it's like a hook where the body connects some of the strings that help move the knee.

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