Human Disease MESH is developed by UMLS. Further data from MedGen, OMIM, CTD
Term ID:
4236
Name:
Femoracetabular Impingement
Definition:
A pathological mechanical process that can lead to hip failure. It is caused by abnormalities of the ACETABULUM and/or FEMUR combined with rigorous hip motion, leading to repetitive collisions that damage the soft tissue structures.