Vascular pathways of the lower limb Flashcards
1
Q
Abdominal aorta
A
continuation of thoracic aorta (from heart).
Bifurcates at L4 vertebra into left and right common iliac arteries
2
Q
Internal iliac
A
supplies pelvis
3
Q
external iliac
A
exits pelvis under inguinal ligament to enter anterior thigh as femoral artery
4
Q
Femoral artery
A