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Ligament


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Ligaments are strong, tough, ropelike connective fibers. They connect bones to each other, connect cartilage to joints, and support internal organs, such as the kidneys.


Last Updated: May 16, 2008
Author:
Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPH
Medical Review:
William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine

Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine

Freddie H. Fu, MD - Orthopedic Surgery

Patrick J. McMahon, MD - Orthopedics


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