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Bassett Collection of Stereoscopic Images of Human Anatomy

Osteology

Sacrum, posterior view

Image #209-1

KEYWORDS: Bones joints cartilage.

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Osteology
Sacrum, posterior view
  1. Base
  2. Mamillary process
  3. Lateral part
  4. Articular surface
  5. Posterior sacral foramen (pelvic sacral foramen in background)
  6. Intermediate sacral crest
  7. Sacral cornu (horn)
  8. Apex
  9. Sacral canal
  10. Superior articular process
  11. Sacral tuberosity
  12. Accessory articular facet (of sacroiliac joint)
  13. Median sacral crest
  14. Lateral sacral crest
  15. Sacral hiatus