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  1. Coracoid process - Wikipedia

    The coracoid process (from Greek κόραξ, raven [1]) is a small hook-like structure on the lateral edge of the superior anterior portion of the scapula (hence: coracoid, or "like a raven's beak"). Pointing …

  2. Coracoid process: Anatomy, attachments and location | Kenhub

    Oct 30, 2023 · The coracoid process is an osseous projection that projects from the upper margin of the scapula. This process is directed anterolaterally and positioned directly inferior to the lateral aspect …

  3. Coracoid Process: The Lighthouse of the Shoulder

    Jul 29, 2016 · The coracoid process is a hook-shaped bone structure projecting anterolaterally from the superior aspect of the scapular neck.

  4. Coracoid process | Radiology Reference Article | Radiopaedia.org

    Jun 1, 2024 · The coracoid process is a hook-like process on the superolateral edge of the scapula that projects anterolaterally. Coracoid is Greek for 'crow or raven' as it resembles a crow's beak.

  5. Coracoid Process of Scapula - Radiology In Plain English

    Apr 22, 2024 · The coracoid process is a small, hook-shaped bone projection that extends from your shoulder blade (scapula). Think of it as a little finger of bone pointing forward from the front of your …

  6. Coracoid Process—A Hub of Shoulder Ligaments - PMC

    Shoulder joint is the most mobile joint in the body. The ligaments attached to the glenoid, humerus, and the coracoid form the most important stabilizers of the shoulder joint. The coracoid also is a vital …

  7. Coracoid process - e-Anatomy - IMAIOS

    The coracoid process is a hook-shaped bony projection that extends anterolaterally from the superior aspect of the scapular neck. It marks the lateral end of the superior border of the scapula and plays a …

  8. Coracoid Process - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics

    The coracoid process is defined as an anteriorly projecting, hook-like structure on the superior anterior portion of the scapula, which stabilizes the shoulder joint and serves as an attachment point for …

  9. Coracoid Process | Complete Anatomy - Elsevier

    The coracoid process is the thick, curved, anterior projection that extends from the head and neck of the scapula. It provides origin sites for the coracobrachialis and short head of biceps brachii muscles, …

  10. Coracoid process fracture | Radiology Reference Article | Radiopaedia.org

    Apr 11, 2025 · Coracoid process fractures are an uncommon type of scapular fracture. They do not often occur in isolation and are often associated with acromial, clavicular, or other scapular fractures, as …