Lesser tubercle
（重定向自Lesser tubercle of humerus）
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The lesser tubercle of the humerus, although smaller, is more prominent than the greater tubercle: it is situated in front, and is directed medially and anteriorly.
Above and in front it presents an impression for the insertion of the tendon of the subscapularis.