Lumbar Plexus- Femoral and Obturator Nerve Flashcards

1
Q

Where does the lumbar plexus emerge?

A

Through psoas major on the posterior abdominal wall

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2
Q

What are two major nerves of the lumbar plexus?

A

Obturator nerve Femoral nerve

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3
Q

Which nerve roots contribute to the formation of the lumbar plexus?

A

L1-L4

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4
Q

What does the obturator nerve supply?

A

The medial compartment of the thigh

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5
Q

What does the femoral nerve supply?

A

The anterior compartment of the thigh

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6
Q

What are the segmental values of the obturator nerve?

A

L2-L4

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7
Q

What are the segmental values of the femoral nerve?

A

L2-L4

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8
Q

Identify the nerves labelled 1-3

A

1- Lateral cutaneous nerve 2- Femoral nerve 3- Obturator nerve

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