This bone contains protrusions called the greater and lesser trochanter.
One part of this bone undergoes necrosis in Legg-Calves-Perthes disease, and one type of fracture of this bone is sorted by the Winquist and Hansen classification. The pectinus muscle attaches to the pectineal line on this bone. This bone contains protrusions called the greater and lesser trochanter. This bone's namesake artery is an extension of the external iliac artery that moves behind the inguinal ligament. The head of this bone fits into the acetabulum, forming a ball-and-socket joint with the pelvis. For 10 points, name this largest bone in the body that is located in the upper leg.
One part of this bone undergoes necrosis in Legg-Calves-Perthes disease, and one type of fracture of this bone is sorted by the Winquist and Hansen classification.
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