Acromion

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.

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