Anatomy 2

Question 1

Where does lateral circumflex artery come from

Answer 1

profunda femoris

Question 2

Where does lateral circumflex artery run

Answer 2

Laterally

Question 3

Branches of lateral circumflex

Answer 3

Ascending –> trochanteric anastamosis

Transverse –> cruciate anastamosis

Descending –> supplies vastus lateralis & anastomosis with popliteal

Question 4

Which branch of profunda femoris gives the most abundant retinacular arteries?

Answer 4

Medial circumflex

Mainly supply head and neck of the femur

Question 5

Which nerve supplies hip flexors

Answer 5

Femoral

Question 6

Which nerve supplies hip extensors

Answer 6

Tibial