The Hip (blood Supply) Flashcards

1
Q

What is the major artery supplying the lower limb?

A

The femoral artery

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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

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3
Q

What are the superior and inferior gluteal arteries branches of?

A

The internal iliac artery

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4
Q

What is the major deep vein of the lower limb?

A

The femoral vein

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5
Q

What are the two main superficial veins in the lower limb?

A

The great and small saphenous veins

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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

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