Avascular necrosis of the femor head Flashcards

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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.

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What are the arteries that run up the neck of the femur below the zone of obicularis?

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retnacular arteries

they are easily damaged andy may cause necrosis of the neck and head of femur if damaged

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