ili-, ilio-

(Latin: hip bone)

A combining form denoting the illium or one of the broad upper bones of the pelvis.

iliococcygeal

iliocolotomy

iliocostal

Relating to the ilium and the ribs; denoting muscles passing between the two parts.

iliodorsal

iliofemoral

iliofemoroplasty

iliohypogastric

iliolumbar

iliometer

iliopelvic

Relating to the iliac (lower part of the small intestine) region and the cavity of the pelvis.

iliosacral

iliotibial

ilium

1. The broad, upper portion of either hipbone.
2. The upper part of the bony pelvis which forms the receptacle for the head of the femur at the hip joint.
3. The uppermost and widest of the three bones constituting either of the lateral halves of the pelvis; also called: iliac bone.

This ilium should not be confused with the ileum which refers to the "intestine" or the "colon".

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ili-, ilio-

(Latin: hip bone)

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