Corpus: Coracoid process

The coracoid process is a bony process of the shoulder blade (scapula).

The coracoid process originates cranially from the glenoid cavity and medially from the scapular collum. It initially extends cranially and medially and then swings ventrally and laterally. It tapers along its path.

The common tendon of origin of the caput breve of the biceps brachii muscle and the coracobrachialis muscle originates from the coracoid process. The pectoralis minor muscle and the coracohumeral ligament, the coracoclavicular ligament and the coracoacromial ligament also insert here. The coracoid is connected to the acromion via the latter and forms the roof of the shoulder joint (fornix humeri).