Interosseous Membrane of Right Leg (Membrana interossea cruris dexter)
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Anatomy
The interosseous membrane of the right leg is a strong fibrous sheet binding the right tibia and fibula together, maintaining syndesmotic stability throughout weight-bearing.
Clinical notes
Maisonneuve fracture combines a distal medial malleolar fracture or deltoid tear with extensive rupture of the interosseous membrane and a high proximal fibular neck fracture.
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FAQ
What is the role of the Interosseous Membrane of Right Leg?
The interosseous membrane of the right leg is a strong fibrous sheet binding the right tibia and fibula together, maintaining syndesmotic stability throughout weight-bearing.
Why is the Interosseous Membrane of Right Leg clinically important?
Maisonneuve fracture combines a distal medial malleolar fracture or deltoid tear with extensive rupture of the interosseous membrane and a high proximal fibular neck fracture.
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