Left & Right Fibula (Lateral view) |
Distal End
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The long slender fibula lies lateral to the tibia. The lateral malleolus orients toward the posterior when the bone is properly positioned. It forms the lateral surface of the ankle. |
Left Paw & Ankle |
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Note the orientation of the lateral malleolus. It points in a dorsoposterior direction. Return to hindlimb Return to sorting Return to tutorial |