Cruciate ligaments Flashcards
1
Q
What is mainly composed of the cruciate ligament matrix and in what percentage?
A
Collagen approximately three-fourths of their dry weight.
- type I (90%)
- type III (10%)
2
Q
What are the 2 main functions of cruciate ligaments?
A
- Stabilize anteroposterior displacement.
- Proprioceptive function
3
Q
What are the relationships of the cruciate ligaments with knee joint and synovium?
A
- intra-articular
- extrasynovial
4
Q
Cruciate ligaments: from which arteries receive vascularization?
A
- middle genicular arteries
- inferior genicular arteries
