iliac crest

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English[edit]

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Etymology[edit]

iliac + crest

Noun[edit]

iliac crest (plural iliac crests)

  1. (anatomy) The visible impressions made by the ilium marking the top of the pelvis at the threshold of the torso and lower extremities.
    I forgot to press down in addition to in and up on her iliac crests during my patient assessment.

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