The popliteal fossa

Question 1

What is the popliteal fossa?

Answer 1

A diamond shaped region behind the knee.

Question 2

What are the borders of the popliteal fossa?

Answer 2

1. Boarder of semimembranosus.
2. Boarder of bicep femoris.
3. Boarders of both heads of the gastrocnemius.

Question 3

What is the roof of the popliteal fossa?

Answer 3

Deep fascia.

Question 4

What is the floor of the popliteal fossa?

Answer 4

1. Popliteal surface of the femur.
2. Fascia over popliteus.

Question 5

What are the contents of the popliteal fossa?

Answer 5

1. Tibial nerve.
2. Common peroneal nerve.
3. Popliteal artery + vein.
4. Small saphenous vein.
5. Lymph nodes.