Rolandic Anatomy

Anatomical Neck of Humerus

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An oblique groove just distal to the articular surface of the humeral head, marking the attachment of the joint capsule. Unlike the surgical neck, fractures here are rare but can lead to avascular necrosis of the humeral head due to disrupted blood supply.

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