Femoral Canal Flashcards

1
Q

Give the contents of the femoral canal

A

Lymphatic vessels (draining deep inguinal lymph nodes)
Deep lymph node (Lacunar node)
Empty space
Loose connective tissue

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2
Q

Give the borders of the opening of the femoral canal (femoral ring)

A

Posterior = Superior ramus of pubis - covered by Pectineus + its fascia + Pectineal ligament

Laterally = Vertical septum between femoral canal and femoral vein

Medially = Lacunar ligament

Anteriorly = Medial part of inguinal ligament

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