Acromion

Acromion
Left scapula, posterior view. Acromion shown in red.
Skeleton, posterior view. Acromion of each scapula shown in red.
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Identifiers
Latinacromion
MeSHD000174
TA98A02.4.01.009
TA21152
FMA23260
Anatomical terms of bone

In human anatomy, the acromion (from Greek: akros, "highest", ōmos, "shoulder", pl.: acromia) is a bony process on the scapula (shoulder blade). Together with the coracoid process, it extends laterally over the shoulder joint. The acromion is a continuation of the scapular spine, and hooks over anteriorly. It articulates with the clavicle (collar bone) to form the acromioclavicular joint.[1]

  1. ^ "Pharmacology in Medicine. 2nd ed". Journal of the American Pharmaceutical Association (Scientific ed.). 47 (11): 838. November 1958. doi:10.1002/jps.3030471148. ISSN 0095-9553.