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Mapping the genicular arteries to provide a caution zone during knee surgery

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Reports from the current literature show a lack of detail with depictions of the genicular arteries (GA). The intricate anatomy and infrequency of operating in the posterior knee may lead… Click to show full abstract

Reports from the current literature show a lack of detail with depictions of the genicular arteries (GA). The intricate anatomy and infrequency of operating in the posterior knee may lead to surgeons being unfamiliar with the anatomy. The goal of this cadaveric study was to quantitatively map the arteries and create a caution zone that can be utilized when preparing and performing surgical procedures involving the knee.

Keywords: caution zone; anatomy; knee; genicular arteries; mapping genicular

Journal Title: Clinical Anatomy
Year Published: 2019

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