Iliopectineal Bursa

bursa iliopectinea

The iliopectineal bursa lies between the iliopsoas tendon and the iliopectineal eminence of the pelvis, separate from but frequently communicating with the iliopsoas bursa proper and the hip joint. It cushions the iliopsoas as it passes over the bony prominence at the pelvic brim.

Region: Abdomen

Clinical Relevance

Clinical Notes

Iliopectineal bursitis presents as deep anterior groin pain reproduced by passive hip extension and internal rotation, which stretches the overlying iliopsoas. It is a common cause of snapping hip syndrome (coxa saltans interna) when the iliopsoas tendon snaps over the iliopectineal eminence. Ultrasound-guided injection differentiates it from hip joint pathology and inguinal lymphadenopathy.

Pathology

Common Injuries & Conditions

Coxa Saltans Interna

Internal snapping hip syndrome from the iliopsoas tendon snapping over the iliopectineal eminence, producing a painful audible or palpable snap in the anterior groin with hip flexion and extension.