NIH MeSH · D007085Anatomy
Ilium
Also known asIliums · Iliac Fossa · Fossa, Iliac · Iliac Crest Bone · Bones, Iliac Crest · Crest Bone, Iliac · Crest Bones, Iliac · Iliac Crest Bones · Iliac Crest · Crest, Iliac · Crests, Iliac · Iliac Crests
Definition
The largest of three bones that make up each half of the pelvic girdle.
MeSH classification
- A02.835.232.043.825.434
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Common questions about Ilium
What does Ilium mean in medicine?
The largest of three bones that make up each half of the pelvic girdle. 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 Ilium known by any other names?
Yes. Ilium is also referred to as Iliums, Iliac Fossa, Fossa, Iliac, Iliac Crest Bone 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 Ilium sit in the medical classification?
Ilium falls under the broader medical category "Anatomy" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: A02.835.232.043.825.434). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D007085) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗