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Femoral triangle
The femoral triangle (of Scarpa) is an anatomical region of the upper inner human thigh. Additional recommended knowledge
BoundariesIt is bounded by:
One mnemonic to remember the boundaries is "So I May Always Love Sally"[1] Its floor is formed by the iliopsoas and pectineus. Its roof is formed by the fascia lata. The femoral artery and vein are enveloped within the femoral sheath. ContentsIt is important as a number of vital structures pass through it, right under the skin - most notably (from lateral to medial): These structures are contained within the femoral sheath
These structures are also within the femoral triangle:
Clinical significanceSince the femoral triangle provides easy access to a major artery, coronary angioplasty is often performed by entering the femoral artery at the femoral triangle. In first aid, heavy bleeding in the leg can be stopped by applying pressure to points in the femoral triangle. MnemonicsSeveral mnemonics have been created to remember the order of the nerve, artery, and vein in this triangle:[1]
Additional imagesMnemonic VAN may be rememberd from medial to lateral as Vein artery and Nerve instead of vagina, artery and nerve. References
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