Unit 5 - Lower Limb: Retroinguinal Space (Ex. IV) Flashcards
1
Q
purpose
A
allows structures to pass from abdomen into thigh
2
Q
What are its divisions?
A
L muscular compartment
M vascular compartment
3
Q
muscular compartment (L)
A
femoral n.
iliopsoas
4
Q
vascular compartment (M)
A
femoral vessels
5
Q
What encloses the femoral vessels?
A
femoral sheath - formed by extensions of transversalis and psoas fasciae; merges I w/ outer layer of adventitia of vessels
6
Q
compartments of femoral sheath
A
L compartment ==> femoral a. central compartment ==> femoral v. M compartment (w/in sheath) ==> "femoral canal" - loose connective tissue and adipose - deep inguinal lymph node - S opening defined by femoral ring
7
Q
location
A
deep to inguinal ligament; A
