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Fields of Study > anatomy and morphology > animal anatomy > animal tissues > connective tissues > ligaments > posterior cruciate ligament
Fields of Study > zoology > animal anatomy > animal tissues > connective tissues > ligaments > posterior cruciate ligament
Animals, Livestock, One Health > zoology > animal anatomy > animal tissues > connective tissues > ligaments > posterior cruciate ligament
Fields of Study > anatomy and morphology > tissues > animal tissues > connective tissues > ligaments > posterior cruciate ligament
Preferred Term:

posterior cruciate ligament

Definition:
A strong ligament of the knee that originates from the anterolateral surface of the medial condyle of the femur, passes posteriorly and inferiorly between the condyles, and attaches to the posterior intercondylar area of the tibia.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
ligaments
Related Concepts:
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/204387
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