3 Questions
The inferior gluteal artery originates from the anterior trunk of the ______ artery in the pelvic cavity.
internal iliac
It leaves the pelvic cavity through the greater sciatic foramen inferior to the ______ muscle.
piriformis
The inferior gluteal artery supplies adjacent muscles and descends through the gluteal region and into the ______ thigh where it supplies adjacent structures and anastomoses with perforating branches of the femoral artery.
posterior
Test your knowledge on the anatomy and function of the inferior gluteal artery with this informative quiz. Explore its origin, course, and supply of nearby structures.
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