Explore relationships of the adductor magnus muscle. (G 6.25;N 480;Gl 31.11D)
- Identify the femoral artery and vein where they pass from anterior to posterior through the adductor hiatus. The adductor hiatus is directly deep to the distal attachment of the adductor magnus. Attempt to identify the saphenous nerve as it accompanies the femoral artery in the adductor canal (proximal to the adductor hiatus). The saphenous nerve does not pass through the adductor hiatus.
Important Relationships
- The profunda femoris artery is positioned anterior to the adductor magnus muscle.
- The medial perforating branches of the profunda femoris artery pass medial and posterior to the femur (shaft).
