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Definition: The inferior part of the lower extremity between the KNEE and the ANKLE.

primates only but see note on LEG INJURIES; for whole leg or lower leg (THIGH is available for upper leg); for bones use TIBIA or FIBULA; Manual 21.58: table of human, primate & non-primate extremities
See Also Hindlimb; Leg Bones

Other names Legs

Substance	CAS Registry & name	Categories	Source
Axial mesodermal dysplasia spectrum	0	Abnormalities, Multiple Anus, Imperforate Contracture Goldenhar Syndrome Kidney/abnormalities Leg/abnormalities Sacrum/abnormalities.
Nievergelt syndrome	0	Dwarfism Osteochondrodysplasias *Limb Deformities, Congenital Leg/abnormalities.

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