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Medial arcuate ligament
Other Terms: Arcuate medial ligament, Ligamentum arcuatum mediale, Ligament arqué médial
Description
The medial arcuate ligament is a distinct arch in the fascia at the posterior margin of the diaphragm. It attaches to the body of the first or second lumbar vertebra and arches over the psoas muscles to insert on the tip of the transverse process of the first lumbar vertebra.
Latin
Ligamentum arcuatum mediale
French
Ligament arqué médial
