Cotyloid Cavity (Noun)
Meaning
The cup-shaped hollow in the hipbone into which the head of the femur fits to form a ball-and-socket joint.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The cotyloid cavity is a crucial component of the hip joint, providing a stable base for the femur to articulate with the pelvis.
- In hip replacement surgery, a prosthetic cup is often inserted into the cotyloid cavity to mimic the natural movement of the joint.
- Dislocation of the hip joint often occurs when the femur is forced out of the cotyloid cavity, causing severe pain and immobility.
- The cotyloid cavity works in tandem with the head of the femur to provide fluid movement in the hip joint.
- A congenital deformity in the cotyloid cavity can lead to chronic hip pain and limited mobility in affected individuals.