capsular ligaments


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capsular ligaments

Heavy fibrous structures, lined with synovial membrane and surrounding articulations.
See also: ligament
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The disease manifests itself as inflammation of the synovial surface of the joint capsule, the capsular ligaments, the periarticular tendons and bursa.
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The ligamentous support is provided by the strong capsular ligaments that extend from the acetabulum to the femoral neck and the intertrochanteric region.
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