ABSTRACT
The anterior superior iliac spine can be seen and felt easily; the pubic tubercle cannot be seen but can be felt.
8.1. Surface features of the front and left side of the left thigh
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Pubic tubercle
•Saphenous opening
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Rectus femoris
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Femoral canal
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Femoral vein •
Anterior superior iliac spine
• Inguinal ligament
• Tensor fasciae latae
• Sartorius
• Iliotibial tract
• Femoral nerve •
Femoral artery
8.3. Femoral region of the right thigh in the male
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Inguinal ligament
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Spermatic cord
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Femoral nerve
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Position of femoral canal
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Entry of great saphenous vein
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Tensor fasciae latae
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Femoral artery
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Femoral vein
• Sartorius
•Rectus femoris
8.2. Surface features of the lower back and gluteal region
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Sacrum
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Gluteal injection site
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Gluteus maximus
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Fold of buttock (gluteal fold)
• Natal cleft
• Iliac crest
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Greater trochanter of femur
• Posterior superior iliac spine
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Ischial tuberosity•
Sciatic nerve
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Coccyx
8.4. Superficial dissection of the upper right thigh in the
male. There is a large varicosity at the upper end of the
great saphenous vein.
