Osteology

Right humerus, anterior view of proximal part

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Osteology

Right humerus, anterior view of proximal part

Numerous nutrient foramina are visible in the region of the neck of the humerus.

1. Anatomic neck
2. Greater tubercle
3. Intertubercular sulcus
4. Greater tubercular crest
5. Body
6. Head
7. Lesser tubercle
8. Remnant of epiphyseal line
9. Surgical neck
10. Crest of lesser tubercle