Popliteal Fossa

Question 1

What muscle forms the superiomedial border of the popliteal fossa?

Answer 1

Semimembranosus

Question 2

What muscle forms the superiolateral border of the popliteal fossa?

Answer 2

Biceps femoris

Question 3

What muscle forms the inferior border of the popliteal fossa?

Answer 3

Gastrocnemius - medial and lateral heads

Question 4

What forms the roof of the popliteal fossa?

Answer 4

Popliteal fascia and skin

Question 5

What are the contents of the popliteal fossa? (5 things)

Answer 5

1. Fat
2. Popliteal artery and vein
3. Popliteal lymph nodes and lymphatic vessels
4. Terminal small saphenous vein
5. Tibial and common fibular nerves