iliac crest en · NOUN
Etymology
iliac + crest
Meanings
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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.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| iliac crests | Number=Plur | lexicographic |