The Hip (blood Supply) Flashcards
1
Q
What is the major artery supplying the lower limb?
A
The femoral artery
2
Q
When does the external iliac artery become the femoral artery?
A
After it passes under the iguinal ligament to enter the femoral triangle
3
Q
What are the superior and inferior gluteal arteries branches of?
A
The internal iliac artery
4
Q
What is the major deep vein of the lower limb?
A
The femoral vein
5
Q
What are the two main superficial veins in the lower limb?
A
The great and small saphenous veins
6
Q
What structures form the borders of the femoral triangle?
What forms the floor of the femoral triangle?
A
Medial: medial aspect of adductor longus
Lateral: medial margin of sartorius
Superior: iguinal ligament
Floor: adductor longus and iliopsoas muscle
