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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