VARIATION IN BRANCHING PATTERN OF FEMORAL ARTERY

Abstract

Background: During clinical procedure to prevent damage, anatomical knowledge of the common femoral artery, profunda femoris artery (PFA) and the circumflex arteries is essential. Material and Methods: Present study was done on 40 lower limbs (20 left and 20 right) in Government Medical College and Hospital, Chandigarh. Dissection was done as per the guidelines in Chunighums. Aim: Present study was done to discuss variations in branching pattern of FA, PFA and also their embryological and clinical significances. Results: In the present study, we observed that length of FA (Femoral artery) commonly placed “between” 310-350 mm in 55% (22 cases in which 14 right & 8 cases on left side) whereas outer circumferential diameter is commonly placed “between” 16-20 mm in 52.5% (21 cases) 10 right & 11 left lower limbs and detailed finding are discussed with literature. Conclusions: This study will be very helpful to the surgeons, radiologist and plastic surgeons to understand possible variations and also will be very useful in reducing the chances of intra-operative secondary haemorrhage and post-operative complications.