Cadaveric Study of Lateral Circumflex Femoral Artery

Journal Title: International Journal of Anatomy Radiology and Surgery - Year 2016, Vol 5, Issue 3

Abstract

ABSTRACT Introduction: Lateral circumflex femoral artery is typically arising from Profunda femoris artery (PFA) and supplied blood to head, neck, greater trochanter of femur, the vastus lateralis muscle and knee. Hence, knowledge of variations of lateral circumflex femoral artery is very important for the surgeons and anaesthetist. Aim: To note the site and distance of origin of Lateral circumflex femoral artery (LCFA) and also to note any other variations related to branching pattern of LCFA. Materials and Methods: Thirty three properly embalmed cadavers (17 males and 16 females) were selected for the study. Lateral circumflex femoral artery was exposed, its site and distance of origin as well as any variations in branching pattern was noted. Results: In present study, lateral circumflex femoral artery (LCFA) took origin from profunda femoris artery in 75.75% of cases and from femoral artery in 22.72% cases. Absent or short LCFA noted in 4.54% cases of each. High origin of LCFA 6(9.09%) also noted by us. In one cadaver we noted bilateral double LCFA. In two limbs (3.03%) superficial branches of thigh took origin from LCFA. Such findings are rare and important. Conclusion: Present study showed very high rate of variations (33.33%) in LCFA, which is very useful for the surgeons working in this area. Knowledge of these variations will help clinicians to improve their success in diagnosis and treatment.

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Sangeeta J Rajani, Minal K Ravat, Jitendra K Rajani, Amul N Bhedi

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  • EP ID EP475234
  • DOI 10.7860/IJARS/2016/20325.2156
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Sangeeta J Rajani, Minal K Ravat, Jitendra K Rajani, Amul N Bhedi (2016). Cadaveric Study of Lateral Circumflex Femoral Artery. International Journal of Anatomy Radiology and Surgery, 5(3), 10-13. https://www.europub.co.uk/articles/-A-475234