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malleolus
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malleolus [mə′lē·ə·ləs]
(anatomy)
A projection on the distal end of the tibia and fibula at the ankle.


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These factors resulted in his developing stage 4 right ischial (buttock) decubitus ulcer and a stage 3 right malleolar (ankle) decubitus ulcer.
Nineteen out of 27 ulcers were located in the ankle or malleolar region of the leg, with all ulcers under study located below the level of the knee.
Certain tibial stress fractures, such as an anterior tibial stress or a medial malleolar stress fracture, however, are more serious and generally do require more extensive rest, possible immobilization and even surgery depending on the severity.
 
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