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retinaculum [‚ret·ən′ak·yə·ləm] (invertebrate zoology) A clasp on the forewing of certain moths for retaining the frenulum of the hindwing. An appendage on the third abdominal somite of springtails that articulates with the furcula. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| [2-4] Proposed mechanisms for abnormal lateral patellar tracking are abnormalities in the static soft-tissue restraints of the patella, such as the retinacula [5]; variability in the bony congruency between the patellar and femoral articular surfaces [6]; and increased Q angle, or increased angulation between the femoral longitudinal axis and the orientation of the patellar ligament. |
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