Meaning Acetabular labrum
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Acetabular labrum


A ring of fibrocartilage (fibrous cartilage) that runs around the acetabulum (cup) of the hip joint and increases its depth. The head of the femur (the bone in the thigh) fits in the acetabulum. The labrum deepens this cavity and effectively increases the surface (and strength) of the hip joint. Injuries to the acetabular labrum can occur from chro [..]
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Acetabular labrum


(anatomy) A ring of cartilage that surrounds the socket of the hip joint.
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