Suspensory ligament

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Suspensory ligament is a term used in both human and animal anatomy. It can refer to several different important structures, but generally denotes a ligament that supports an organ or body part.

Etymology[edit | edit source]

The term "suspensory" comes from the Latin word "suspensorius", which means "to hang up". The term "ligament" comes from the Latin word "ligamentum", which means "to bind or tie".

Human Anatomy[edit | edit source]

In human anatomy, the term "suspensory ligament" can refer to several structures:

Animal Anatomy[edit | edit source]

In animal anatomy, the term "suspensory ligament" can refer to:

Related Terms[edit | edit source]

  • Ligament: A short band of tough, flexible, fibrous connective tissue that connects two bones or cartilages or holds together a joint.
  • Peritoneum: The serous membrane lining the cavity of the abdomen and covering the abdominal organs.
  • Fetlock: The joint of a horse's or other quadruped's leg between the cannon bone and the pastern.
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