Femoral
Femoral
Femoral (pronounced: /fɪˈmɔːrəl/) refers to anything related to the femur or thigh bone, the longest and strongest bone in the human body. The term is derived from the Latin word femur, meaning thigh.
Femoral Artery
The Femoral Artery is the main artery that provides oxygenated blood to the tissues of the leg. It is a continuation of the external iliac artery and becomes the popliteal artery as it passes through the knee.
Femoral Nerve
The Femoral Nerve is one of the largest nerves in the leg. It is responsible for the movement and sensation of the front part of the thigh, the inner part of the lower leg, and the foot.
Femoral Vein
The Femoral Vein is a large vein in the pelvic region that returns deoxygenated blood from the lower half of the body back to the heart.
Femoral Hernia
A Femoral Hernia is a type of hernia that occurs when tissue pushes through a weak spot in the groin or inner thigh.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Femoral
- Wikipedia's article - Femoral
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