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Calcar
Calcar (/ˈkælkɑːr/), derived from the Latin word calx meaning heel, is a term used in various fields of medicine to refer to a spur or spur-like projection.
Anatomy
In anatomy, the term calcar is used to refer to several different structures:
- Calcar avis: A ridge located in the medial part of the occipital lobe of the brain.
- Calcar femorale: A thickening of the posterior part of the capsule of the hip joint.
- Calcarine sulcus: A sulcus (groove) located in the medial part of the occipital lobe of the brain.
Radiology
In radiology, the term calcar is used to refer to a spur-like projection seen in certain types of fractures, such as a calcar femorale fracture.
Related Terms
- Calcarine: Pertaining to the calcarine sulcus.
- Calcareous: Composed of or containing a form of calcium carbonate, calcium, or limestone; chalky.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Calcar
- Wikipedia's article - Calcar
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