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The pelvic bone consists of the ilium, pubis, and ischium.
The pelvic bone consists of the ilium, pubis, and ischium.
True (A)
The femur has a fovea for the ligament of the head of the femur.
The femur has a fovea for the ligament of the head of the femur.
True (A)
The greater trochanter is located on the lateral side of the femur.
The greater trochanter is located on the lateral side of the femur.
True (A)
Fascia lata is known for its role in limiting the outward extension of contracting muscles.
Fascia lata is known for its role in limiting the outward extension of contracting muscles.
The lesser sciatic notch is larger than the greater sciatic notch.
The lesser sciatic notch is larger than the greater sciatic notch.
The medial condyle of the femur is located on the medial side of the bone.
The medial condyle of the femur is located on the medial side of the bone.
The iliotibial tract runs from the tuberculum of iliac crest to just above the knee.
The iliotibial tract runs from the tuberculum of iliac crest to just above the knee.
The deep fascia of the thigh is very weak and loose.
The deep fascia of the thigh is very weak and loose.
The great saphenous vein drains into the popliteal vein.
The great saphenous vein drains into the popliteal vein.
Abdominal content protrudes into the canal is more common in males.
Abdominal content protrudes into the canal is more common in males.
Varicose veins are caused by leaflets of valves meeting properly.
Varicose veins are caused by leaflets of valves meeting properly.
The sacral canal is situated within the sacrum.
The sacral canal is situated within the sacrum.
The obturator nerve is responsible for motor function in the adductor longus, brevis, and part of the magnus.
The obturator nerve is responsible for motor function in the adductor longus, brevis, and part of the magnus.
The small saphenous vein passes anterior to the medial malleolus.
The small saphenous vein passes anterior to the medial malleolus.
The anterior sacral foramina allow passage for blood vessels and nerves.
The anterior sacral foramina allow passage for blood vessels and nerves.
The femoral nerve supplies sensory function to the skin of the medial thigh.
The femoral nerve supplies sensory function to the skin of the medial thigh.
The tensor fascia lata and gluteus maximus attach to the iliotibial tract.
The tensor fascia lata and gluteus maximus attach to the iliotibial tract.
The iliac crest is a part of the ischium.
The iliac crest is a part of the ischium.
The saphenous nerve is a branch of the obturator nerve.
The saphenous nerve is a branch of the obturator nerve.
Healthy veins have valves that allow blood to flow backwards.
Healthy veins have valves that allow blood to flow backwards.
The intertrochanteric line is found on the posterior side of the femur.
The intertrochanteric line is found on the posterior side of the femur.
In the case presented, the patient experienced pain and swelling after a car accident.
In the case presented, the patient experienced pain and swelling after a car accident.
The sural nerve has a close relationship with the small saphenous vein.
The sural nerve has a close relationship with the small saphenous vein.
A 20-year-old man injured his knee during a hiking trip.
A 20-year-old man injured his knee during a hiking trip.
Bruising around the knee can indicate a potential injury.
Bruising around the knee can indicate a potential injury.
X-rays are used to assess muscle injuries in the knee.
X-rays are used to assess muscle injuries in the knee.
A patellar fracture usually occurs due to a hard blow to the front of the knee.
A patellar fracture usually occurs due to a hard blow to the front of the knee.
Patellar dislocation tends to cause the patella to slip medially.
Patellar dislocation tends to cause the patella to slip medially.
Non-displaced fractures of the patella require 6-8 weeks of immobilization in a cast.
Non-displaced fractures of the patella require 6-8 weeks of immobilization in a cast.
Manual repositioning of a dislocated patella can be done by flexing the leg.
Manual repositioning of a dislocated patella can be done by flexing the leg.
Rehabilitation for patellar dislocation can last from 2 to 16 weeks.
Rehabilitation for patellar dislocation can last from 2 to 16 weeks.
The femoral artery is a continuation of the external iliac artery.
The femoral artery is a continuation of the external iliac artery.
The femoral artery is palpable at the mid-inguinal point.
The femoral artery is palpable at the mid-inguinal point.
The popliteal artery is formed by the bifurcation of the posterior tibial artery.
The popliteal artery is formed by the bifurcation of the posterior tibial artery.
The adductor canal is a passage through which the popliteal artery travels.
The adductor canal is a passage through which the popliteal artery travels.
The medial circumflex artery is a branch of the external jugular vein.
The medial circumflex artery is a branch of the external jugular vein.
The lateral circumflex artery is a branch of the internal iliac artery.
The lateral circumflex artery is a branch of the internal iliac artery.
Deep venous thrombosis occurs when blood in the veins becomes stagnant.
Deep venous thrombosis occurs when blood in the veins becomes stagnant.
The superficial epigastric artery is part of the main branches of the deep femoral artery.
The superficial epigastric artery is part of the main branches of the deep femoral artery.
The obturator artery is the main artery of the anterior compartment of the thigh.
The obturator artery is the main artery of the anterior compartment of the thigh.
Thrombi can break loose and become emboli that may obstruct vessels.
Thrombi can break loose and become emboli that may obstruct vessels.
The great saphenous vein is the largest superficial vein in the lower extremities.
The great saphenous vein is the largest superficial vein in the lower extremities.
Perforating branches of the profunda artery mainly supply the vascularity of the gluteal region.
Perforating branches of the profunda artery mainly supply the vascularity of the gluteal region.
Deep veins are generally located in the upper extremities.
Deep veins are generally located in the upper extremities.
Study Notes
Leg Function
- Supports body weight
- Facilitates locomotion and balance
Pelvic Bones
- Irregular shape
- Composed of ilium, pubis, and ischium
Femur
- Head connects to acetabulum
- Neck connects head to shaft
- Greater trochanter is large lateral projection
- Lesser trochanter is smaller medial projection
- Linea aspera is a roughened line along the posterior shaft
- Medial and lateral condyles form articulations with tibia
Deep Fascia of the Thigh
- Known as fascia lata
- Limits outward extension of muscles
- Iliotibial tract (IT tract) forms laterally, extending from iliac crest to below knee
- IT tract aids in leg extension by muscles like tensor fascia lata and gluteus maximus
Superficial Veins of the Leg
- Small saphenous vein runs laterally
- Passes posterior to lateral malleolus
- Drains into popliteal vein
- Great saphenous vein runs medially
- Passes anterior to medial malleolus
- Drains into femoral vein
- Dorsal venous arch connects the two saphenous veins
Varicose Veins
- Dilated, elongated, and tortuous superficial veins
- Caused by incompetent or absent valves
- Blood accumulates in superficial veins
Nerves
- Femoral nerve (L2-L4)
- Motor: Sartorius, Pectineus, Quadriceps
- Sensory: Anterior thigh, medial leg (saphenous nerve)
- Obturator nerve (L2-L4)
- Motor: Adductor longus, brevis, magnus, and gracilis
- Sensory: Skin of medial thigh
Blood Supply
- External iliac artery: continuation of internal iliac
- Femoral artery: continuation of external iliac, palpable at mid-inguinal point
- Deep femoral artery: main artery of anterior compartment, branches into lateral/medial circumflex and perforating branches
- Obturator artery: main artery of medial compartment, branch of internal iliac
Deep Veins
- Great saphenous, small saphenous, popliteal, femoral, external iliac, common iliac, and inferior vena cava (IVC)
Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT)
- Blood clots form in veins due to inactivity or injury
- Can become emboli if they break loose
- Leads to swelling in peripheral tissues due to obstructed circulation
- Generally occurs in lower extremities
- Can propagate into the femoral veins
Lymphatics
- Superficial inguinal nodes
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This quiz explores the various anatomical structures of the leg and pelvic bones, including the femur, deep fascia, and superficial veins. Test your knowledge on how these components support locomotion and body weight. Perfect for students studying human anatomy.
