tuberosity

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This large opening is defined by the inferior margin of the pubic symphysis anteriorly, and the ischiopubic ramus, the ischial tuberosity, the sacrotuberous ligament, and the inferior tip of the coccyx posteriorly.

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The sacrospinous ligament runs from the sacrum to the ischial spine, and the sacrotuberous ligament runs from the sacrum to the ischial tuberosity.

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The large, roughened area of the inferior ischium is the ischial tuberosity.

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The patellar ligament attaches to the tibial tuberosity.

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The external tuberosity is more prominent than the internal; in it is found a groove for the passage of the anterior tibial muscle.

From Artistic Anatomy of Animals by Cuyer, ?douard