NIH MeSH · D000077Anatomy
Acetabulum
Also known asAcetabulums · Acetabula · Acetabulas · Cotyloid Cavity · Cavities, Cotyloid · Cavity, Cotyloid · Cotyloid Cavities
Definition
The part of the pelvis that comprises the pelvic socket where the head of FEMUR joins to form HIP JOINT (acetabulofemoral joint).
MeSH classification
- A02.835.232.043.825.108
Need clinical context, treatments, or patient-language explanation?
Ask GoDavaii AI about AcetabulumCommon questions about Acetabulum
What does Acetabulum mean in medicine?
The part of the pelvis that comprises the pelvic socket where the head of FEMUR joins to form HIP JOINT (acetabulofemoral joint). This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Acetabulum known by any other names?
Yes. Acetabulum is also referred to as Acetabulums, Acetabula, Acetabulas, Cotyloid Cavity in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Acetabulum sit in the medical classification?
Acetabulum falls under the broader medical category "Anatomy" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: A02.835.232.043.825.108). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
Where can I get a plain-language explanation of Acetabulum?
For a plain-language explanation of Acetabulum - including symptoms, treatments and what it means for an Indian patient - ask GoDavaii's Health AI. It works in 22+ Indian languages, is free and needs no signup. Tap "Ask GoDavaii AI about Acetabulum" above.
Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D000077) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗