intercondyloid fossa


in·ter·con·dy·lar fos·sa

[TA] the deep fossa between the femoral condyles in which the cruciate ligaments are attached. Synonym(s): fossa intercondylaris [TA], intercondyloid fossa (2) , intercondylic fossa, intercondyloid notch, popliteal notch

intercondyloid fossa

The depression on the inferior surface of the femur between the femoral condyles. The cruciate ligaments pass through it. See also: fossa