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Deep MCL Femoral Attachment

insertio femoralis profunda ligamenti collateralis medialis

The femoral attachment of the deep MCL connects it to the medial femoral condyle at the joint line, providing the superior anchor of the meniscotibial and meniscofemoral components.

Region: Knee
Biomechanics

Function & Actions

Anchors the deep MCL to the femoral condyle and provides superior meniscal tethering via the meniscofemoral deep MCL portion.

Clinical Relevance

Clinical Notes

Deep MCL femoral attachment disruption in valgus injuries produces joint line medial tenderness at the femoral condyle margin. Combined deep and superficial MCL femoral injuries require repair in Grade III medial complex injury.

Pathology

Common Injuries & Conditions

Deep MCL Femoral Attachment Avulsion

Femoral condyle attachment disruption in combined medial complex injury requiring surgical repair.

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