Blood Vessels and Lymphatics of the Lower Limb

Overview

The vascular and lymphatic systems of the lower limb maintain tissue perfusion, venous return and immune drainage. This section outlines their major pathways and regional organisation.

Key Structures

Topics include the femoral, popliteal, tibial and pedal arteries; superficial and deep venous systems; and lymphatic drainage patterns and nodes.

Clinical Relevance and Learning Focus

This anatomy underpins assessment of peripheral vascular disease, deep vein thrombosis and lymphoedema. Learners can relate surface landmarks and vessel courses to clinical examination and imaging.

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Diagram illustrating the arterial supply to the thigh through the femoral artery.

Arterial Supply

A labeled diagram illustrating the great and small saphenous veins of the lower limb.

Venous Drainage

Illustration of the superficial and sub-inguinal lymph nodes in the lower limb lymphatic drainage.

Lymphatic Drainage

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