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Knee and leg

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[385 exam questions] - Clinical anatomy, topography, functions and more details related to the structures found in the knee and leg.

Articles for further reading

This is an article covering the different structures involved in the knee joint as well as its movements and supply. Learn about this topic now at Kenhub.

This is an article covering the anatomy, mechanics and pathology of the femur. Learn all about the thigh bone now at Kenhub.

This is an article covering the anatomy of the Tibia - interaction with the fibula, muscles, menisci attachment and pathology. Learn this bone now!

This is an article covering the anatomy of the Fibula - interaction with tibia, bony landmarks, muscle attachment and pathology. Learn it now at Kenhub!

This article describes the anatomy of the patella, including its functions and clinical aspects. Learn this topic now at Kenhub!

Patellar Tendon

In this article we will discuss the gross and functional anatomy of the patellar tendon. Learn this topic now at Kenhub.

Gastrocnemius muscle

This article describes the anatomy, origins, insertions, functions, blood supply, and innervation of the gastrocnemius muscle. Learn this topic at Kenhub!

Triceps surae muscle

This article describes the anatomy of the triceps surae muscle, including it's supply and components. Learn more about this topic at Kenhub!

Peroneus Longus Muscle

In this article we will discuss the anatomy of the Peroneus Longus muscle, as well as its clinical relevance. Learn this topic now at Kenhub.

Popliteus Muscle

This article covers the anatomy and functions of the popliteus muscle, including clinical aspects. Learn this topic now at Kenhub!

The anterior muscles of the leg

This article is about the muscles of the anterior compartment of the leg. Learn about their anatomy, function and clinical relevance here!

Deep posterior muscles of the leg

This article explains the anatomy and supply, function and clinical relevance of the deep muscles of the leg. Start learning them here.

Peroneal muscles of the leg

This article covers the anatomy of the peroneal muscles (peroneus longus and brevis), their innervation, and function. Click now to learn more at Kenhub!

In this article we will discuss the gross anatomy, functional anatomy and clinical relevance of the leg muscles. Learn this topic now at Kenhub.

Fascias of the Leg and Foot

This article will discuss the anatomical course and clinical relevance of the fascias of the leg and foot. Learn this topic now at Kenhub.

Arteries of the Leg and Foot

The vascular supply of the leg and foot is the focus of this article, including the anatomy and clinical relevance (PAD, diabetic foot)

Arterial Anastomoses of the Upper Extremity

This is an article covering the anatomy of the different arterial anastomoses found on the upper extremity. Learn all about them now at Kenhub!

Popliteal Artery

This article covers the anatomy of the popliteal artery, including its branches, course, location, and clinical aspects. Learn this topic now at Kenhub!

In this article we will discuss the anatomy and clinical relevance of the popliteal vein. Learn this topic now at Kenhub.

Small Saphenous Vein

In this article we will discuss the anatomy and clinical relevance of the small saphenous vein. Learn this topic now at Kenhub.

Saphenous nerve

In this article we will discuss the anatomy and clinical relevance of the saphenous nerve. Learn this topic now at Kenhub.

This is an article covering the anatomy and pathology of the tibial nerve. Learn about this important nerve of the lower extremity now at Kenhub!

Common Peroneal Nerve

This article describes the anatomy, course, location, clinical notes (injury and variant) of the common fibular (peroneal) nerve. Learn this topic now.

Deep Peroneal nerve

Here we discuss the anatomy of the deep peroneal nerve (a.k.a deep fibular nerve) including its motor and sensory functions. Learn this topic now at Kenhub.

Popliteal Fossa

This article will discuss the anatomical structure and contents of the popliteal fossa, followed by relevant clinical pathology. Learn now at Kenhub.

Popliteal Lymph Nodes

This article describes the anatomy and drainage pattern of the popliteal lymph nodes. Learn this topic now at Kenhub!

Veins of the Lower Limb

This article will discuss the anatomy and tributaries of the veins of the lower limb in detail. Learn this topic now at Kenhub.

Arterial Anastomoses of the Lower Extremity

This is an article covering the anatomy of the different arterial anastomoses found on the lower extremity. Learn all about them now at Kenhub!

Common Fibular Nerve

This is an article covering the anatomy and the injuries of the common fibular (peroneal) nerve. Learn this topic now at Kenhub.

The Anterolateral ligament

The Anterolateral ligament made headlines in 2013 when two orthopedic surgeons described the anatomy of this knee ligament. Find out more at Kenhub now!

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[385 exam questions] - Clinical anatomy, topography, functions and more details related to the structures found in the knee and leg.

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