malleolus
the bony protuberance on either side of the ankle, at the lower end of the fibula or of the tibia.
Origin of malleolus
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How to use malleolus in a sentence
The talus is felt in front of the tibia, and the malleoli appear to be displaced backwards and to lie nearer the sole.
Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities--Head--Neck. Sixth Edition. | Alexander MilesIn all these injuries the body of the talus loses its normal relationship with the malleoli.
Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities--Head--Neck. Sixth Edition. | Alexander MilesExamples of this are fractures of the internal or external malleoli, following forcible eversion or inversion of the foot.
Surgery, with Special Reference to Podiatry | Maximilian SternIn the majority of cases there is an accompanying fracture of either one or both malleoli or of the shaft of the fibula.
Surgery, with Special Reference to Podiatry | Maximilian SternIf there is extensive comminution of the os calcis or astragalus, the malleoli may be a little lower than normal.
Surgery, with Special Reference to Podiatry | Maximilian Stern
British Dictionary definitions for malleolus
/ (məˈliːələs) /
either of two rounded bony projections of the tibia and fibula on the sides of each ankle joint
Origin of malleolus
1Derived forms of malleolus
- malleolar, adjective
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