What is the Y cartilage in the pelvis? An anatomical guide
•
4 min read
The human pelvis is made up of multiple bones that fuse over time, and a significant part of this process involves a specialized cartilaginous structure. A little-known fact is that this fusion is facilitated by a critical growth plate. So, what is the Y cartilage in the pelvis? Known clinically as the triradiate cartilage, it is the essential growth center where the three main pelvic bones meet to form the hip socket in childhood.
