Fossa and Anatomical Boundaries

Question 1

what neural and vascular structures pass through the popliteal fossa?

Answer 1

Common perineal nerve (most lateral)
Tibial nerve (bigger branch)
Popliteal artery and vein

Question 2

What tendon forms the lateral border?

popliteal fossa

Answer 2

Biceps femoris tendon

Question 3

What tendons form the medial border?

popliteal fossa

Answer 3

semitendinosus
gracilis
sartorius

Question 4

what is the collective name for the medial tendons of the popliteal fossa?

Answer 4

Pes Anserinus

Question 5

How can you palpate the semitendinosus tendon?

popliteal fossa

Answer 5

Most medial, and can be ‘hooked up’ with fingers

Question 6

What structures form the pelvic inlet?

Answer 6

sacral promontory to pubic symphysis

Question 7

What structures form the pelvic outlet?

Answer 7

coccyx, ischial tuberosities, pubic arch

Question 8

Abdominal cavities boundaries

Answer 8

Superior boundary: Diaphragm

• Inferior boundary: Pelvic
diaphragm and pelvic inlet

• Posterior boundary: Vertebral column and posterior abdominal wall muscles
• Anterior and lateral boundaries: Anterior and lateral abdominal wall muscles, ribs, sternum and iliac crests