Avascular necrosis of the femor head Flashcards
1
Q
What are the trochanteric anastomosis that supplies the head and neck of the femur?
A
superior and inferior gluteal AA medial and lateral femoral circumflex AA.
2
Q
What are the arteries that run up the neck of the femur below the zone of obicularis?
A
retnacular arteries
they are easily damaged andy may cause necrosis of the neck and head of femur if damaged