Step 2 - Dissection of the Knee Joint

1. The cruciate ligaments and menisci can be seen by flexing the knee joint as seen in this dissection.
   HINT: The cruciate ligaments are named according to their attachments on the tibia.

2. The posterior cruciate ligament is seen posteriorly.

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John A. McNulty, Ph.D.
Updated: Oct 2, 2008
Created: Mar 14, 1997