Coxa profunda

Coxa profunda refers to a deep acetabular socket. On pelvis x-rays it is seen as the acetabular fossa being medial to the ilioischial line. It should be differentiated from protrusio acetabuli, where the femoral head is seen additionally medial to the ilioischial (Kohler's) line. Coxa profunda is much more common in females.

Related pathology

Coxa profunda is a non-specific finding and has previously been implicated in pincer-type femoroacetabular impingement, but is just as likely to be seen in asymptomatic patients .

Siehe auch:

• Köhler-Linie
• Femoro-acetabuläres Impingement
• Protrusio acetabuli
• Zentrale Hüftluxation