Pectineus

Origin	Pubis-superior pubic ramus
Insertion	Lesser trochanter, linea aspera
Action(s)	Thigh – flexion, adduction, medial rotation
Nerve Supply	Femoral nerve, sometimes obturator nerve
Arterial Supply	Obturator artery
Physical Exam	Enter physical examination maneuvers for muscle
Clinical Importance	Enter clinical importance of muscle
Disease States	Enter links to pages where muscle involved
Discussion	The pectineus muscle is a flat, quadrangular muscle, situated at the anterior part of the upper and medial aspect of the thigh. It can be classified in the medial compartment of thigh (when the function is emphasized) or the anterior compartment of thigh (when the nerve is emphasized).

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Last Updated on June 27, 2024

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